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For Hibernian Football Club Chat Only!enSun, 18 Feb 2018 05:04:48 GMTvBulletin1http://www.hibeesbounce.com/images/misc/rss.pngHibeesBounce - Hibs Forums - General Hibs Chathttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/
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Sun, 18 Feb 2018 02:28:57 GMT4 (whatevaah) weeks?
Great feeling, nae or neglible rumblings in bowels for last thirty mins.
:)]]>Zitjistme or is that the first time we have won by more than one goal in, like, >4 (whatevaah) weeks?

Great feeling, nae or neglible rumblings in bowels for last thirty mins.

:)
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Sat, 17 Feb 2018 23:20:13 GMTSince we lost to the gunts in the cup [which prompted the Rolf Harris lookalike and former boy wizard to make a statement about how "The natural order" was being restored] we've played 5 games and racked up 12 points losing only to the league leaders by the narrowest of margins. All I can ask is that Potter opens his mouth again to give us another wee boost for the run in :bbb::bbb::bbb:
]]>General Hibs ChatDubhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124700-Harry-Potter-and-The-Natural-Order-of-thingsKamberihttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124699-Kamberi&goto=newpost
Sat, 17 Feb 2018 22:35:36 GMTLove this guy. Best striker we've had in years and that includes *u*dog. Leads the line, noises up central defenders, runs himself ragged, brings others into play, scores goals. Guy is fearless too. Hope he's here for the long haul.
]]>General Hibs ChatGreen Sleeveshttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124699-KamberiHappy Hibees in fame land...http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124698-Happy-Hibees-in-fame-land&goto=newpost
Sat, 17 Feb 2018 21:49:21 GMTSaw Stuart Hogg at the game again today. A happy boy at the end. Super Leigh also just along from us. We're the team for them and such as them. But it's Hendo's Instagram tonight that makes the heart soar...He clearly spent the afternoon in Italy supporting the boys on Hibs TV.

Whit we like, eh?
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Sat, 17 Feb 2018 19:01:03 GMTThis has been a season where the active support of the club/team by fans of our grand old team has reached new highs. Such was the demand for tickets for today's game the club opened up part of the South Stand to home supporters despite good demand for the same seats from those with a vested interest in the Dons. It is an indicator that the progress made over the last 3 years, on and off the park, is paying dividends. It is also a very tangible endorsement of Neil Lennon and his players.*19, 000 + supporters crammed into ER to see the best two sides in Scotland, outside the East End of Weegeville. They would not be disappointed with the fare. Certainly, the Hibs contingent weren't...

Having spent the last few days in sunny Valencia, visiting the imposing Mestalla stadium in the process, it wasn't the glamour of La Liga, Mario Kempes, Rafa Benitez or David Silva that was at the forefront of my mind. It was the feeling of relief at Manises Aeroporto when the wee departures board said my 6am flight from Spain this morning was due to take off as scheduled. I'd be back in Auld Reekie before Baynes on Easter Road would even be open. Back for the only football show in town today....

This game was an opportunity to put pressure on the Reds and make a very clear statement to every other side in the top six that we are not there just to make up the numbers, content to simply settle for mid table security in our first season back.*With the Gorgie mob in action at lunch time, we knew a win would be mighty beneficial in this natural order malarkey. (Does anyone know if they have overtaken us yet:rascal:)

Earlier in the campaign, Aberdeen left Easter Road with 3 points they barely deserved. Even $#@! Turpin wore a mask...This time there was to be no such injustice, with Hibs dominating the Sheep worriers from start to finish. Many of you will, by the time you have read this, watched the game online or on BBC Heuchter Teuchter. The usual rules apply here...I am only going on what I thought at the game. No telly box coverage is involved in the making of this just back. Some sheep may have been harmed though.

Today,*Hibs lined up with a central 3 of Efe, Darren and Paul. Both the latter making recovery from injuries sustained against Murderwell. Lewis and Boyler were deployed as wing backs with a midfield 3 of our Holy Trinity. Up top, Flo and Jamie partnered each other from the start. The Sheep were minus captain Shinnie - and I think it made a difference to some aspects of the game- so Kenny McLean took the armband...and was lucky to wear it for 90 minutes. Son of Dallas bottled sending him off in the 2nd half. But more of the Dons' complete discipline breakdown later...

The first half saw Hibs take the game to the opposition and McGinn and McLaren both came close in the first ten minutes.
McLean had a shot on goal (singular) later in the first half but that was the only real action Rocky had to contend with other than the odd cross ball.

After a torrid time in Aberdeen before Christmas, some of the "culprits" that day were on their A game today. Efe and Boyler both were much, much better today and this meant a quiet afternoon for the much hyped GMS...quieter than a midnight swim in the Kelvin.

The game really came to life after the interval...and the Aberdeen team that tends to appear for games in Glasgow, finally showed itself against us. And, by Sauzee, it was a joy to behold...

McLaren, who had been playing like a clever Jason Cummings all afternoon, sitting on the shoulder of the last defender all game, making cute, quick runs onto reverse passes from such as Scott Allan, got through one on one with the Sheep World Champion keeper only to see his shot deflected, a subsequent rebound blocked...but thankfully the ball falling for Martin Boyle to nod into the net.

A few minutes later his strike partner, Flo, turned strongly in the area and directed a deserved 2nd past the keeper. It gave Hibs the confidence to go on to see the game out. Darren, Allan and others came close again and we could have run out even more comfortable winners than we did. But that's not a criticism. This game was always under control. Make no mistake.

The same could not be said for the opposition who went on to kick everything that moved. Or push it. Or shove it. Or try to go fighting with it. Stupid boy, messing with Darren. McLean should have walked. Make no mistake. Others could have too...the Ferret Brothers, GMS and Christie, likewise.

It was a disciplinary capitulation to match the football one.

The team

Rocky- not much to do but was solid when called on
Boyle - best he has played against his own team. Good goal gave him confidence
Efe - pipe and slippers afternoon. Immaculate.
Darren - battleful best
Paul - some excellent reading of the game and fine challenges
Lewis - he will need to empty Logan from his back pocket tonight
SJM - so disciplined. He knew a booking today would put him out the derby. Polished and professional
Dylan- fine second half and official MotM
Flo - what a titan performance. He soaked up the physical barrage and went back time and time again
McLaren - a clever Jason Cummings. Deserved a goal. Great game.
Scotty Allan - sorry Dylan he was the MotM. You probably think it too. Sweet Sauzee, that was damn fine. I cannot wait for him to get in about the Gunts

Subs - Bartley and Danny came on but just to run down the clock.

The Boss - anyone still whinging about his signings in January?

Next up - The Fat Striker. On this form he won't be singing.

Now I'm away for some black coffee and BBC Heuchter Teuchter on Sky +. It's been a long day but travelling 1330 miles tjis morning to see us this afternoon was worth every beeping beep of the early morning alarm call...
]]>General Hibs ChatSKIIhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124697-Just-Back-and-the-only-thing-they-got-quot-wrong-quot-was-MotM-(no-disrespect-to-Dylan)Happy Hibby HT Draw v Sheephttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124696-Happy-Hibby-HT-Draw-v-Sheep&goto=newpost
Sat, 17 Feb 2018 16:09:01 GMTCash : 42120
Strip: 42632
Ball : 42146Cash : 42120

Entry price of £10 also includes food (including Ukrainian borscht) and Live music from "The 62"
https://www.facebook.com/the62band/

There will be a bar will be serving a selection of drinks, including Ukrainian ones.
]]>General Hibs ChatStevieChttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124693-Dnipro-Kids-Fundraiser-Saturday-17th-FebruaryHibernian v The bottlecrashershttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124692-Hibernian-v-The-bottlecrashers&goto=newpost
Fri, 16 Feb 2018 09:36:05 GMTPlenty dafties chirruped away about us 'Hibsing It', and boy we did that glorious day back in May 2016. Less press and punters seem to repeatedly remark about Aberdeen's absolute bottling of every game they play against five year old Sevco? Its a mystery to me, a team managed by a man who supported the orginal Rangers, turned down the new club when they promised him the world to go manage them, and yet his team cannae beat the Huns. Laughable.

Hibs need to work out that chink in the redshites armour, they bend over and take it with a whimper when they play the Orcs, we need to suss out what we need to do to beat the loons.

For me, Aberdeen have some very decent players, Christie is special, Shinnie is consitently excellent, McGinn and McLean both highly skilled, the big laddie at centre half McKenna, GMS, by all accounts a Hibby in his youth, brilliant on his day.

But then so are we, Rocky, Efe, Paul, Daz and Lewy, Barts, McGinn, McGeouch, Allan, Boyle and Florian, all capable of so much on their day.

So how do we break them down, kick them? They will kick us? Na, I reckon its fitba, crisp, direct, skillful, flowing fitba, the Hibernian Way.

A near sell out, with only a few hundred tickets left for the whole stadium, a potential cracker.

I have been ill the last 10 days, tomorrow is the first time Ieaving the house for any length of time in near two weeks. Its to be cauld, I will wrap up, I cannae wait for this game, it has all the makings of a cracker.

GGTTH
]]>General Hibs Chat1875http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124692-Hibernian-v-The-bottlecrashersLeann is stayinghttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124687-Leann-is-staying&goto=newpost
Thu, 15 Feb 2018 15:24:28 GMTLeann has ruled herself out of running for SFA job. "She has not finished her job at Hibs" .This is the best news of 2018 and she has to be Petrie's best ever signing. You just have to love this woman 😍
]]>General Hibs ChatMickyhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124687-Leann-is-stayingLewis Stevenson - LEGENDhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124685-Lewis-Stevenson-LEGEND&goto=newpost
Thu, 15 Feb 2018 09:06:33 GMTIs it possible to love the wee man any more?
Perhaps it is!
Read THIS (https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/news/health/hibs-star-donates-40k-to-charity-in-memory-of-starlet-david-paul-1-4689148)Is it possible to love the wee man any more?

Perhaps it is!

Read THIS
]]>General Hibs ChatSir Shrinkhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124685-Lewis-Stevenson-LEGENDhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124683-I-Can-t-Wait-For-Saturday!&goto=newpost
Wed, 14 Feb 2018 15:43:15 GMTPacked Easter Road with a talented Hibs team facing an Aberdeen team I think is good but hugely overrated.
Had butterflies all week.... GGTTHPacked Easter Road with a talented Hibs team facing an Aberdeen team I think is good but hugely overrated.

AST money taken tomorrow
]]>General Hibs ChatSKIIhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124679-Ayrshire-Orcs-gameHibs v Hamiltung Fixturehttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124677-Hibs-v-Hamiltung-Fixture&goto=newpost
Mon, 12 Feb 2018 11:15:43 GMTThere was some talk of this game being moved to the Saturday given neither of us have a cup game, the gunts are away and a bigger crowd will come along. #Tracey was going to check, did any decision get made?
]]>General Hibs Chat1875http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124677-Hibs-v-Hamiltung-FixtureThe i Newspaperhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124670-The-i-Newspaper&goto=newpost
Sat, 10 Feb 2018 14:00:43 GMTOn a Saturday they have a Scottish fans matrix column and the Hibs Qoutes are taken from the Bounce.
Last Week it was Slovsam and this week Davy is the star 🇳🇬On a Saturday they have a Scottish fans matrix column and the Hibs Qoutes are taken from the Bounce.

Last Week it was Slovsam and this week Davy is the star 🇳🇬
]]>General Hibs ChatPILTONSTANYhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124670-The-i-NewspaperRIP Liam Millerhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124669-RIP-Liam-Miller&goto=newpost
Fri, 09 Feb 2018 23:21:48 GMTAnnounced by the club tonight.
Talented player who was a joy to watch in full flow. Terribly short life.
Twitter (https://mobile.twitter.com/HibsOfficial/status/962103715770654720)Announced by the club tonight.

Talented player who was a joy to watch in full flow. Terribly short life.

Twitter
]]>General Hibs ChatSKIIhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124669-RIP-Liam-MillerOur Songs Are Mostly Choried!http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124668-Our-Songs-Are-Mostly-Choried!&goto=newpost
Fri, 09 Feb 2018 22:11:42 GMTThis might be an unpopular post, so before I get started, lets take a moment to appreciate how good "Sunshine on Leith" actually is. Because it's truly ours. We all know how much that song means to us, but it takes on a new meaning when you look at all our others, because none of them are really, truly, deeply ours. Every single chant we have, minus a few changes in the wording, is borrowed from another team. In all honesty that's putting it lightly, seeing as a decent portion of them are borrowed from Celtic. This is by no means a criticism of our fans/singing section, I really want to make that clear. But I see toattie wee clubs throughout Europe coming up with their own innovative songs/chants every now and again and I think "what is stopping Hibs doing that?". We have a fan base in the capital city of one of the most progressive nations on the planet, our city is a hub of artistic endeavour, e should be leading this charge! Why can't we come up with our own $#@!? I'm not saying I have the answer, that's why I'm putting it to you! There must be some originality here for $#@! sake? At least ONE of us has a barry idea? We are better than this.
]]>General Hibs ChatClery88http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124668-Our-Songs-Are-Mostly-Choried!http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124663-Gordon-Geebsie-Hunter-Q-and-A&goto=newpost
Thu, 08 Feb 2018 21:30:23 GMTGordon ‘Geebsie’ Hunter played more than 400 games for Hibs over a thirteen year period, helped win the Skol League Cup and appeared in two other finals.
Gordon will be doing a Q and A at St. Patrick's Branch meeting on Thursday 15th February. If any Bouncer has a question that they would like to ask him I will do so.

BIG G
]]>General Hibs ChatGORDONSMITH7http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124663-Gordon-Geebsie-Hunter-Q-and-ANowt to be ashamed of Macarhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124660-Nowt-to-be-ashamed-of-Macar&goto=newpost
Thu, 08 Feb 2018 10:30:11 GMTVile Huns (https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/our-region/edinburgh/blind-hibs-fan-ashamed-after-being-spat-on-at-ibrox-game-1-4685583)
Nothing really surprises me about this story - it seems that there is no protection from these animals, and any complaints to the local plod is more likely to end in the complainant facing arrest rather than the aggressors.Vile Huns

Nothing really surprises me about this story - it seems that there is no protection from these animals, and any complaints to the local plod is more likely to end in the complainant facing arrest rather than the aggressors.
]]>General Hibs ChatSir Shrinkhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124660-Nowt-to-be-ashamed-of-MacarIvan Sproule at the Huns v Hibs game - in the Hun Hordes.http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124658-Ivan-Sproule-at-the-Huns-v-Hibs-game-in-the-Hun-Hordes&goto=newpost
Wed, 07 Feb 2018 16:37:42 GMTIvan : ex-Hun (https://www.edinburghnews.scotsman.com/sport/football/hibs/ivan-sproule-wanted-to-go-wild-but-he-was-in-rangers-end-1-4684514) Ivan : ex-Hun
]]>General Hibs ChatSir Shrinkhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124658-Ivan-Sproule-at-the-Huns-v-Hibs-game-in-the-Hun-HordesThe Scott Allan Debate - Hibs Talk Podcasthttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124656-The-Scott-Allan-Debate-Hibs-Talk-Podcast&goto=newpost
Tue, 06 Feb 2018 22:07:20 GMTGav, Steven and Dave celebrate their new logo with a new Podcast about_:
Latest News
Ibrox win (again)
Is Scott Allan welcome back at Hibs
A send off to Scottish Cup Winning Hero Liam FontaineGav, Steven and Dave celebrate their new logo with a new Podcast about:

The costs of all these Christmas events can be funded by one turnstile collection, so I'd like to ask again if anyone can spare some time on the 17th February to shake a bucket for a short time before the Hibs ve Aberdeen game. At the moment we are woefully short on volunteers for this game, and it makes a huge difference to our fundraising efforts if we can get a full quota of bucket shakers on the day.

:applause:
]]>General Hibs ChatStevieChttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124654-Dnipro-Kids-Christmas-EventsTickets for gunts game will sell out todayhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124653-Tickets-for-gunts-game-will-sell-out-today&goto=newpost
Tue, 06 Feb 2018 08:35:02 GMTOnly a handful of tickets left. It's now or never if you want to go. Have we ever before sold out a league game weeks in advance?
]]>General Hibs ChatBossiehttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124653-Tickets-for-gunts-game-will-sell-out-todayBarker out till Aprilhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124652-Barker-out-till-April&goto=newpost
Mon, 05 Feb 2018 22:14:02 GMTHibs winger Brandon Barker ruled out until April - Edinburgh Evening News

Nightmare, both for the team, and for the lad himself. Just when he'd broke his duck, too.
]]>General Hibs Chataggiehttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124652-Barker-out-till-AprilShare Donationshttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124651-Share-Donations&goto=newpost
Mon, 05 Feb 2018 20:00:38 GMTWe are delighted to report that we continue to receive kind donations of Shares from ordinary supporters as can be seen here http://hiberniansupporters.co.uk/news.html
Please contact us at info@hiberniansupporters.co.uk if you would like to donate shares.
HSLWe are delighted to report that we continue to receive kind donations of Shares from ordinary supporters as can be seen here http://hiberniansupporters.co.uk/news.html

HSL
]]>General Hibs ChatOfficialHSLhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124651-Share-Donationshttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124650-What-constitutes-quot-success-quot&goto=newpost
Mon, 05 Feb 2018 15:40:50 GMTA conversation on another forum, admittedly about English football, raised a question that always struck me as seemingly simple, but evidently anything but:
_*What constitutes success for a football club?*_
The answer is typically “winning things”, but I reckon that’s much too simplistic given the disparity in most leagues. We often talk about how we can’t possibly compete with Celtic over a season, which is true, but the Bournemouth’s and Huddersfield’s of this world are no more likely to compete with Manchester City at this juncture. The amount of money pumped into the game has perverted the concept of success to a certain extent, even to the point where nations like England, Spain, Italy and Germany consider success to be a fourth place league finish – even if it means no actual silverware.
In Scotland, there are effectively several levels in which to work in. We know Celtic...A conversation on another forum, admittedly about English football, raised a question that always struck me as seemingly simple, but evidently anything but:

What constitutes success for a football club?

The answer is typically “winning things”, but I reckon that’s much too simplistic given the disparity in most leagues. We often talk about how we can’t possibly compete with Celtic over a season, which is true, but the Bournemouth’s and Huddersfield’s of this world are no more likely to compete with Manchester City at this juncture. The amount of money pumped into the game has perverted the concept of success to a certain extent, even to the point where nations like England, Spain, Italy and Germany consider success to be a fourth place league finish – even if it means no actual silverware.

In Scotland, there are effectively several levels in which to work in. We know Celtic will dominate and “Rangers” will tail them, but it’s a pretty big jump to the next biggest clubs which are obviously Hibs, Hearts and Aberdeen. The jump after that is almost as big, which means success should loosely be described as “Rangers”, Hibs, Hearts and Aberdeen fighting for the scraps off the Parkhead table, with “Rangers” pre-dominating. From here, I’m going to omit “Rangers” in the discussion because of their imminent administration, and issues that may arise after it.

So I suppose our markers are:

- League position.
- Trophy victories.
- European football.

Which is fine, but not hugely instructive.

Hibs last won the Scottish Cup in 2016, and the League Cup in 2007; Aberdeen last won the Scottish Cup in 1990, and the League Cup in 2014. Hearts last won the Scottish Cup in 2012, and the League Cup in 1963. Aberdeen have recently been the highest placed team with regard to league position, followed by Hearts, with Hibs trailing. All three clubs have competed in Europe within the last three years, with only Hibs having done so by virtue of silverware. What this ultimately means is that all three clubs seem to underperform when it matters, with last year’s European endeavours ending even before the playoffs prior to the group stages (as it habitually does, before Celtic see it as a dumping ground).

So success, as clubs like Hibs should understand it, probably looks like this:

- Competing with Hearts and Aberdeen for league position.
- Winning at least as many trophies over a five year period as Hearts and Aberdeen.
- European football to the second qualifying round of the Europa League.

If Hibs use these as markers, then the stretch becomes obvious.

- Finishing above Hearts and Aberdeen consistently in the league.
- Winning more trophies than Hearts and Aberdeen over a five year period.
- Reaching the third qualifying round or playoffs of the Europa League.

What’s key is that, ultimately, Hearts and Aberdeen are competing in exactly the same space. Odd as it may sound, that’s a good thing.

Of course, European football is where ALL of Scotland’s football needs to be judged and it’s accepted that the third qualifying round can be difficult to negotiate because there are often strong teams that land in it. The playoffs are even rougher, and hugely draw dependent; for every Omonia Nicosia, there’s an Athletic Bilbao. That said, no Scottish Premiership team should be failing to get past the first qualifying round and the fact that it’s happened in the near past shows just how far we’ve fallen.

But I’m interested in how others view this. Because if we generally agree, then it might be time to put the concept to the fans representatives to see what steps the club are taking in order to make it happen.

Consider it a purely an intellectual exercise. :)
]]>General Hibs ChatZellvirenhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124650-What-constitutes-quot-success-quotThe Top 6 splithttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124649-The-Top-6-split&goto=newpost
Mon, 05 Feb 2018 11:16:55 GMTNow that it looks like we’ll be in it,had a look at the fixtures...
We should have Celtic and Rangers at ER but it turns out Rangers will have already played Hibs,Celtic,Sheep,Hearts and Motherwell/Killie twice at home. Someone is visting a 3rd time....Now that it looks like we’ll be in it,had a look at the fixtures...

We should have Celtic and Rangers at ER but it turns out Rangers will have already played Hibs,Celtic,Sheep,Hearts and Motherwell/Killie twice at home. Someone is visting a 3rd time....
]]>General Hibs ChatPILTONSTANYhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124649-The-Top-6-splitAberdeen Game Ticketshttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124646-Aberdeen-Game-Tickets&goto=newpost
Sun, 04 Feb 2018 13:42:20 GMTHow quickly we sell our tickets will determine how many seats the sheep get. Hopefully, if your going be good if tickets are bought early. For me the board have to maximise income. Sadly could mean more tickets for sheep shaggersHow quickly we sell our tickets will determine how many seats the sheep get. Hopefully, if your going be good if tickets are bought early. For me the board have to maximise income. Sadly could mean more tickets for sheep shaggers
]]>General Hibs ChatGreenpowerhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124646-Aberdeen-Game-Ticketshttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124644-Is-beating-quot-Rangers-quot-now-more-important-than-beating-Hearts&goto=newpost
Sun, 04 Feb 2018 10:14:57 GMTIt's a genuine question.

Do we now consider a win over Scotland's shame to be a bigger deal than beating Hearts?

Personally... Yes, I think so.

Since the Gorgie doping had a stop put to it, Hibs and Hearts are back on roughly equal footing (as per a recent post of mine). As a result, I can't shake the feeling that it's now "Rangers" that we enjoy putting to the sword more, thanks to both their reality-defying claims of historical existence, the fact that they embarrass the entirety of the nation's footballing product with their exported sectarianism, and the bizarre behaviour of the nation's media when anything to do with them is discussed.

Is it just me?

You know what to do.
]]>General Hibs ChatZellvirenhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124644-Is-beating-quot-Rangers-quot-now-more-important-than-beating-HeartsLenny after match interviewhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124642-Lenny-after-match-interview&goto=newpost
Sat, 03 Feb 2018 23:33:03 GMTHibernian FC on Twitter: (https://twitter.com/HibsOfficial/status/959929679477055490) :Sparkle_Cool:Hibernian FC on Twitter: :Sparkle_Cool:
]]>General Hibs ChatPILTONSTANYhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124642-Lenny-after-match-interviewWhat the actual fucking hell was that?http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124641-What-the-actual-fucking-hell-was-that&goto=newpost
Sat, 03 Feb 2018 22:39:53 GMT1) Before the game Tinky Winky with its handbag?
Made Jemma and Josh Jambo look almost normal...
2) At half time Alex Rae being introduced as a club legend? :laff:
3) Gazza playing the flute :read:
4) The steward at the end...1) Before the game Tinky Winky with its handbag?

Made Jemma and Josh Jambo look almost normal...

2) At half time Alex Rae being introduced as a club legend? :laff:

3) Gazza playing the flute :read:

4) The steward at the end...

It's a tardis, I tell ye. Only takes you back in time, mind.
]]>General Hibs ChatSKIIhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124641-What-the-actual-!ing-hell-was-thatLittle thingshttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124640-Little-things&goto=newpost
Sat, 03 Feb 2018 21:44:23 GMTI missed first half and only saw second. Hard to critizise today and I wont. But there is a few little things we can do better. But as Mark said, we had most of our players out of position and too many injuries. But against Aberdeen I'd like to see us defend free kicks better. They also had dissalowed goal as well as a goal from them. But we could also stop giving away free kicks 20 yards out. Just a little thing, but in order to get winning runs extended, we do need to look at the little things
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Sat, 03 Feb 2018 21:29:08 GMTRangers - Hibernian 1-2 03-02-2018 Highlights Scottish Premiership - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qF3OuPYrBgY)Rangers - Hibernian 1-2 03-02-2018 Highlights Scottish Premiership - YouTube
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Sat, 03 Feb 2018 20:16:43 GMTJeez, as a fellow bouncer said after the game, am sweating, I kicked every ba that second half!
The Hibs 1000 sat in the away car park discussing the team formation as Hibs tweeted the team. No Daz, no Paul, aw naw we thought? Well the teams lined up inside a piped noise Hunnery, it was clear Neil was here to beat them, Rocky in Goals, a back three of Efe, Ryan Porteous and Lewis Stevenson, Barts covering, John, Dylan and returnee Scott Allan, with Boyler, Barker left and right (ish) and Flo Kamberi up front.
The huns had their usual mix of Flops, Cheats, Thugs and fandans, same in the stands. The Hibs support never stopped singing, the Huns sang when the music played on the tannoy, when they sung unprompted, every one was a sectarian, bigoted rant, from cheer up Neil Lennon/ Fenian bastard, some song about a joiner building a big giant gallows, or putting the roof high on the...Jeez, as a fellow bouncer said after the game, am sweating, I kicked every ba that second half!

The Hibs 1000 sat in the away car park discussing the team formation as Hibs tweeted the team. No Daz, no Paul, aw naw we thought? Well the teams lined up inside a piped noise Hunnery, it was clear Neil was here to beat them, Rocky in Goals, a back three of Efe, Ryan Porteous and Lewis Stevenson, Barts covering, John, Dylan and returnee Scott Allan, with Boyler, Barker left and right (ish) and Flo Kamberi up front.

The huns had their usual mix of Flops, Cheats, Thugs and fandans, same in the stands. The Hibs support never stopped singing, the Huns sang when the music played on the tannoy, when they sung unprompted, every one was a sectarian, bigoted rant, from cheer up Neil Lennon/ Fenian $#@!, some song about a joiner building a big giant gallows, or putting the roof high on the Barras or something else irrelevant to a fitba match, to No Surrender, the full repertoire. Fair play to the polis who managed to block out the massed ranks breaking the law by staring uninterrupted at Hibs fans instead. They did sing about Jason Cummings, $#@! knows why, he was hopeless.

So, Hibs started brilliantly, after an initial blip with Barker being replaced by McLaren following an early knock. McLaren, Kamberi, McGinn, McGeouch and Scott Allan took control, and played the filth in blue off the pitch. Flicks, chips, crisp passing, ball to feet, nae blooters, deft touches, Hibernian were a joy to watch, inspired by number 2-3 (think about it) Scott Allan. We had the ball in net, but it was given as off side, it saw one well kent Hibby to get himself lifted and he tried a one man pitch invasion. D’oh! McLaren then seemed to miss a sitter, before Super John McGinn hit a twenty yard daisy cutter into the bottom right of Fotherinhun’s goal, the Hibs end went ballistic, the Huns revolting as half time came. The best first I half performance I have seen from Hibs in donkeys years.

For a patch work back three, Lewis, Efe and Ryan were superb, absolutely superb and Rocky has upped his game, he is as good as a goal or two advantage for us at the moment.

Talking of donkeys, the Hun centre halfs are just that, huddies, absolute huddies, although the left back, Sean Whateverheiscalled has a bit about him.

Second half we did the one thing we had agreed we shouldnae amongst my various pals, we tried to defend the lead. The Huns pummelled us for much of the second half, but the wonderful Rocky ably assisted by Lewis, Efe, and Ryan, before some Hun scored a fluke, no idea who, hatred can blind you sometime.

So, Hibs say, bugger that, time to play fitba again, and we did, Scott Allan sailed through the statues in royal blue, he was fouled, penalty for Hibs. McLaren coolly slots it away with their goalie making a decent attempt to save it, but failing, just like their fans failed to save their club, letting it instead, die. The Hibs fans are in heaven, taunting the Huns as they started sneaking out.

As I said at the top of the report, I came home shattered, second half I kicked every ball (and where I could, try to kick a hun). Hibernian today put Sevco 2012 in their place, we taught them a lesson in how to play the beautiful game.

Hibernian were fantastic, on the pitch and on the terrace, we own the Huns, we know it, they know it. Magnificent.

The Team

Rocky has taken the subtle hint Lenny gave him when he signed Scott Bain for half an hour. Ofir was fantastic today, three wonderful saves. Unbeatable!

Efe too was magnificent as the leader of our back three, graceful, a gentleman but ooze class, Efe plays these games in a smoking jacket, sucking a humungous cuban cee-gar. Magic!

Ryan Porteous was chucked in to cover for the loss of the best defensive pairing we have had in years. He played like he has captained Hibs for 10 years. Hard, great headerer of a ball, a winner. Three mistakes in 90 minutes, Ryan, a Hibs supporter is a mix of Paul Hanlon and Darren McGregor. I thought he was brilliant!

Lewis takes a bit of stick from the hard of thinking sometimes. He played as our left sided centre half in a three, he played like he had played that position his whole career. Fantastic!

Marv played in front of the three and sooked up the hunnish pressure. Solid, hard, and occasionally skilled, he let the Huns know this was Hibernian they were playing, not Aberdeen, we don’t roll over, we own them. Solid.

John was pushed left, but like us, he hates Rainjurs and he simply kept battering into them, running at them, pressing them, charging! His goal was a thing of joy, a great goal, not a good goal. Super!

Dylan had a tough shift, he had to play up against a very aggressive bunch of Huns, but as the best midfielder in Scotland outside of Parkhead, he worked his way through them and treated their presence as the nothing it is. Skill.

Scott Allan, well I have to admit I was not happy at his return. I had my reasons. I am also man enough to admit I am wrong. Scott might have been a daft, poorly advised laddie, but Scott is 100% fitba, his first half performance destroyed the billy boys, he was simply unplayable at times, the flicks and tricks between him and his team mates even had me shouting his name at one point. His skill to gain the penalty that won us the game was football intelligence, he is a football maestro. Scott is nae Hun, nae Hun has his intelligence or guile, that is clear. Hibs fans who don’t come watch him are missing as good a player as we have had in years. I also like his number, 2-3, will do for me. Wow.

Brandon was rumoured to be injured and lasted 7 minutes before going off holding his calf. It worked for us, the introduction of his replacement Jamie McLaren was a masterstroke as many of us expected to see Danny. Hurt.

Boyler ran himself ragged first half and tired badly second half, as the Huns targeted him with their only reasonable player Sean Toss kept targeting his space. Ran and Ran.

Flo Kamberi is the striker we have been missing, I would make Grasshoppers an offer asap, this laddie has it, his touch, his movement, his work rate, his desire. A young Grant Holt with more flicks and shuffles. I like this laddie. Good.

The Subs

Jamie McLaren came on after 5 or so minutes and I am delighted to report, he looks a great player. His link up play with Flo, Scotty, Dylan and John was excellent and he stroked the winner away with aplomb. Fair Dinkum.

Olly came on with ten to go and done his job, watch and learn from Flo and Jamie son, proper team players, proper strikers. Keen.

Danny came on to waste time at the end. One of our own.

Neil Lennon and his management team got it spot on, a make shift team but we had to go at the bigots, we did and they quickly shat it. Neil enjoyed that win as much as us, but then he would, as he hates them just like we do. He is not allowed to say so, but we know, beating them is the best, its great, its wonderful. We are all Neil Lennon, we all hate the Huns. Intelligent.

The referee booked six Hibs players and only three Huns, yet we never broke one hun leg or ankle although we did break their hearts, if the $#@!ers had one. The coward should have booked and red carded the Plug looking boy for persistent diving, he didnae, Moraless dived five times during the game, no foul, play on, maybe the skool teechur cannae spell his name, maybe the fact the guy looks like Plug Fi the Bash Street Kids he cut him some slack, right up until he booked him for nowt I could see? Golum is a useless fearty, a good referee might have had at least one hun off first half. Fud.

The Huns are $#@!ing rubbish, Cummings is a waste of an ejaculation, their fans are spent, they spout their hatred but its forlorn, they are yesterdays people, a nothing, a stain on the sheet of a cheap hotel, a skid mark on the underpants of Scottish and Irish society, nothing will ever change about them, they are trapped in their ignorance, dwindling defiance, sneaking home after 70 minutes to batter their families and salute a dying tradition. Their team is $#@!ing rotten to the core as well. Sean Toss looked decent though. Declan whatever was invisible, Murphy done nothing, I found out post match he was playing. I have no idea who most of the rest of them are, I don’t care, they are putrid. They are the $#@!e on the sole of the shoes of our society, we own them and our target must be to ensure they do not get into Europe, which I hope might just kill them off for good. Huns.

So, man of the match, well so many fine Hibernians to choose from, Marciano was brilliant, Scott Allan was a genius in parts, Efe strolled it, Super John kicked them back, battered them, fought and fought and fought, Flo nailed them, but for me, ignoring daft errors, Ryan Porteous was absolutely brilliant, for a young laddie, he played today like he has captained Hibernian his whole life. To think the laddie is one of us, a Hibs man. Wow again.

Lets take a rest now, its been a hard yin recently but the Hibs are a team, a real team and Neil and his people ken a player when they see one. This phoenix continues to rise from the ashes, and boy are we good when we want to be.

The Hibs fans were, as ever, the 12th man. Well done each and every one of us. We are Hibs, Hibs.

Absolutely immense.
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Sat, 03 Feb 2018 18:08:06 GMTCan’t say I was ecstatic about the cup result, but since then we’ve taken 9 points out of 12 from a very difficult run of games. As frustrating as the run was before Christmas this post winter break run has been superb given the unecessary upheaval caused by the cup winning legend.
Onwards and upwardsCan’t say I was ecstatic about the cup result, but since then we’ve taken 9 points out of 12 from a very difficult run of games. As frustrating as the run was before Christmas this post winter break run has been superb given the unecessary upheaval caused by the cup winning legend.

Hibs Hibs Oh Hibs Hibs
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Fri, 02 Feb 2018 22:03:56 GMTAfter a difficult Wednesday, I think I can like Scott Allan, he even softened me up a bit with his interview, he is just a young laddie who wants to play fitba..................for Hibs.
Hibs mean much more.
I am heading to the Hunnery with my boys and best pal, you coming along with us?
Stuck for safe parking, a good bouncer has offered a safe alternative, pm me if you need the details.
Hibernian Forever.After a difficult Wednesday, I think I can like Scott Allan, he even softened me up a bit with his interview, he is just a young laddie who wants to play fitba..................for Hibs.

Hibs mean much more.

I am heading to the Hunnery with my boys and best pal, you coming along with us?

Stuck for safe parking, a good bouncer has offered a safe alternative, pm me if you need the details.

On a home match day would folk stay and watch if there was a women's match after the men's team was played or even if there was time to nip out grab a pie and pint and come back? Obviously there's logistical issues like changing rooms and additional wear to the pitch etc but it might get crowds and interest up in our women's team who have been doing phenomenally well the last few years. Friend or foe?
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Fri, 02 Feb 2018 11:16:52 GMTThe indefatigable, principled, solvent, famous Hibernians to put the abhorrent, repulsive, odious, debt ridden Hundogs to the sword 0-3. Great bet.
GGTTH
BIG GThe indefatigable, principled, solvent, famous Hibernians to put the abhorrent, repulsive, odious, debt ridden Hundogs to the sword 0-3. Great bet.

Would anyone mind capturing any sectarian displays they see? I'm talking obviously about the obligatory renditions of the Billy Boys, but also any flags of clearly loyalist intent.

Thanks in advance. :)
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Thu, 01 Feb 2018 23:11:29 GMTWho would have thought, when the transfer window opened that, by the 3rd February, we would be at Mordor... With Cummings now an Orc instead of a Hobbit and Scott Allan back for Hibs. But that is the perverse reality.

How we line up, yet again, may depend on the injury situation. Darren went off clutching a hammy, Lewis took a knock, Boyle's achilles seemed to be bothering him. Slivka went off injured.

Kamberi must be a likely starter. Rherras may figure if Darren is goosed. Whether the new Celtc loanee starts remains to be seen.

1875 is on the Just Back. I have to say, rather him than me, this time out.
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Thu, 01 Feb 2018 19:22:26 GMTWe all love the adidas tops from days of yore....sadly I don't think we will see a 3 striped Hibs top ever again. However if ya fancy a samey kinda hing? then adidas at last, have brought the Hibees stylee colours to their range. For the very reasonable price of £28.90 all in. You could be strutting yer stuff roond ER in this...

I've ordered mine cos um kool as funk :Sparkle_Cool: Get in there I say :raisehat:
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Thu, 01 Feb 2018 11:30:42 GMTSince losing the Scottish Cup match at Tynecastle, the usual suspects have come out of their cubby-holes and there's been a full-scale onslaught of the four-month jambos that you only hear when they've beaten Hibs.

The most oft-repeated mantra is, as usual, the return of the 'wee team'.

The fact that Hearts are MUCH bigger than Hibs is proven, typically, by a shoddily produced (yet accurate) infographic of the derby record and which club has won what. Over the years, there is absolutely no doubt that Hearts have been substantially more successful than Hibs - no reasonable person would dispute this.

But is that a fair reflection of "size"?

For me, club holdings or facilities are a better measure; as are attendances. And in that regard, it's remarkable just how closely Hibs resemble Hearts. For example, the average attendance at Tynecastle for this season is 18,840 while it's 17,866 at Easter Road. That means that Hibs, in their first season back in the Premiership, are averaging just 5% less people than Hearts are. Essentially, that's close to the 3% margin for error and it's widely accepted that Hibs have traditionally travelled better than Hearts.

Of course, let's not be stupid about this. Year on year, Hearts have better home attendances than we do and there's no reason to try and hide that. It's a fact. But with this year seeing such a small difference, especially given the additional years it took Hibs to get out of the Championship, it's not a big gap.

And for comparison, Scotland's second team (though now probably third) have averaged 15,835 this season - making Aberdeen's attendances 11% lower than Hibs and a full 16% lower than Hearts. It's worth mentioning, however, that Edinburgh has more than double the amount of people in which to fill two stadiums (465k to about 197k), and all three sides are geographically pretty tight. Aberdeen only has one major team so there's less competition for supporters, but it's still a big population difference.

So, next, we look at stadiums.

Both have seen significant upgrades recently, and there isn't a substantial amount between them in terms of modernity and facilities. Easter Road is obviously more modern, save for one stand at Tynecastle, but I wouldn't say it's a far better home park. Capacities are, however, practically neck and neck; Easter Road is slightly bigger (20,421), but it's once again squarely within the margin of error with Tynecastle now at 20,099 (just under 2% less).

In terms of stadia, there's nothing in it.

But what about squad wages? Since administration, Hearts have cleaned up a great deal of their wage bill and now operate in a much lower stratosphere than they did prior to relegation. That said, they're still coughing up a bit more than Hibs at an average of 95,914 per year compared to our 87,100 a year (we're 9% behind in terms of wages). These figures are pulled from the Global Sports Salaries Survey.

But what of training facilities?

The difference in quality isn't all that big. Hearts train at Riccarton which, since its upgrade, boasts a top-class suite of facilities. East Mains, of course, houses 6 pitches (one of which is floodlit), specialist training areas, a gym, a pool and designated physiotherapy areas. The big difference here is that Hibs OWN East Mains. It's ours. Hearts, of course, don't own Riccarton, and merely lease it.

So while the facilities are evenly matched, Hibs are ahead in terms of bricks and mortar.

But, lastly, it's worth mentioning on-field performance. Yes, it's established that Hibs are miles behind Hearts in terms of derby performances and major honours. But history is history - and Hibs have won both of Scotland's major honours more recently than Hearts, and are currently a place higher in the league.

The conclusion?

The next time some yuppie Jambo starts giving it pelters about big teams and wee teams, there's no real need to be defensive or argumentative. The bottom line is that both clubs are of comparable size, both have supporter-led investment at the financial level (HSA and the FoH), and stadia are roughly equivalent. The big differences are historical performance, where Hearts are miles ahead, and training facilities, where Hibs are miles ahead.

In short, there's nothing between Hibs and Hearts in terms of size.

Don't bother with muppets arguing otherwise.
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Thu, 01 Feb 2018 11:10:44 GMTWent off clutching his hamstring last night , i hope it was just precautionary as we looked lost when he went off , not seen any mention of this and i hope he`s fit for satWent off clutching his hamstring last night , i hope it was just precautionary as we looked lost when he went off , not seen any mention of this and i hope he`s fit for sat
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Thu, 01 Feb 2018 00:19:34 GMTTermination agreed.
With 3 forwards away now we must have a free agent in mind.
Kamberi, McLaren and Shaw are left?
Delighted that Emmanuel-Thomas costs were too much. No interest in signing that type. Had it all when young and then on a steady downward spiral since the big money was rolling in (see R Vine career path).Termination agreed.
With 3 forwards away now we must have a free agent in mind.

Kamberi, McLaren and Shaw are left?

Delighted that Emmanuel-Thomas costs were too much. No interest in signing that type. Had it all when young and then on a steady downward spiral since the big money was rolling in (see R Vine career path).
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Thu, 01 Feb 2018 00:08:19 GMTHibernian FC on Twitter: (https://twitter.com/HibsOfficial/status/958854050354683904)Hibernian FC on Twitter:
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Thu, 01 Feb 2018 00:02:56 GMTALLAN AND BELL JOIN HIBERNIAN (http://www.hibernianfc.co.uk/news/8383)ALLAN AND BELL JOIN HIBERNIAN
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Wed, 31 Jan 2018 23:54:18 GMTJust awaiting the rubber stamp on his loan move to Dundee.
Neil Lennon “Sad news to lose Simon”. Indeed Neil, I agree. If McLaren doesn’t get up to speed or we pick up a serious injury then we’re struggling.
A short term reluctant loss do we think? Back next season. There’s definitely space for him here.Just awaiting the rubber stamp on his loan move to Dundee.

Neil Lennon “Sad news to lose Simon”. Indeed Neil, I agree. If McLaren doesn’t get up to speed or we pick up a serious injury then we’re struggling.

A short term reluctant loss do we think? Back next season. There’s definitely space for him here.
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Wed, 31 Jan 2018 23:38:01 GMTI must admit to being worried on my way to Easter Road tonight as there has been so much transfer speculation today, I was concerned about focus on getting the win. Beforehand Neil Lennon on BBC Sportsound increased my nerves as he spoke through the transfer movements and speculation. He then rightly questioned why we were even playing tonight when others are not. I was reassured however when towards the end of the interview, Neil spoke of the importance of a home win and I felt there was focus on the job in hand.
Inside Easter Road with all my family we cheered my wee nephew who was one of the many mascots for the night onto the pitch with captain Paul Hanlon and the rest of the team. It was a surprise line up with the inclusion of Florian Kamberi who signed yesterday on loan from Grasshopper until the end of the season.
I thought we started brightly and at a good pace. Early...I must admit to being worried on my way to Easter Road tonight as there has been so much transfer speculation today, I was concerned about focus on getting the win. Beforehand Neil Lennon on BBC Sportsound increased my nerves as he spoke through the transfer movements and speculation. He then rightly questioned why we were even playing tonight when others are not. I was reassured however when towards the end of the interview, Neil spoke of the importance of a home win and I felt there was focus on the job in hand.

Inside Easter Road with all my family we cheered my wee nephew who was one of the many mascots for the night onto the pitch with captain Paul Hanlon and the rest of the team. It was a surprise line up with the inclusion of Florian Kamberi who signed yesterday on loan from Grasshopper until the end of the season.

I thought we started brightly and at a good pace. Early on Kamberi had some lovely deft touches. You could sense the crowd were encouraged by these and furthermore when he accurately directed a low hard drive towards the Motherwell goal that was cleared off the line. We then shortly afterwards hit the woodwork from Hanlon and Hibs were dominating proceedings. McGinn in midfield was dictating the play and looked like a guy with the weight of transfer speculation lifted. Kamberi then got his debut goal and he took it very well directing the ball high into the net. And boy didn't he enjoy it as he ran towards the Hibs dugout. Hibs had absolutely dominated the first half and went in at half time deservedly ahead and would have perhaps felt their dominance should have put them more comfortably ahead.

Hibs again started the second half very well with Slivka off (didn't notice any injury, was it tactical?) and Bartley on and we got the second goal our play deserved. Barker smashing the ball into the net following neat play down the wing in front of the West stand. And similar to Kamberi didn't he enjoy his first goal for the club. Although of course he's waited a little longer than Kamberi! The celebration though looked somewhat bizzare as after some delay he ran to pull out the corner flag and start waving it about....

I think we probably all felt at that point 'Game over' as we were by far the better team. Hugely frustratingly the referee was far far too lenient as Motherwell attempted to perpetually disrupt our game with incessant fouling. As all too typical of this season the referee offered our talented ball players absolutely no protection by waving play on when our players were clearly fouled.

I felt because of this lack of protection the flow of the game changed. We stopped doing all that we had been doing and let Motherwell back into it. Darren McGregor who had been at his usual brilliance was forced off with an injury. I must admit I thought the obvious replacement was swapping Darren directly with Ryan Porteous but Neil Lennon elected to put Ambrose in the centre and introduce Faycal Rherras at right back.

Many of us were probably thinking back to earlier in the season when we were 2-0 up at home against Motherwell only to drop two points. And when Motherwell pulled one back I must admit to being greatly concerned as the boys looked flat on their feet.... However, credit to the boys seeing the game out. It was a deserved three points.

Marciano
Never really troubled. I just wish sometimes he'd dominate his six yard box a little more and come for balls that look to me his to take.

Ambrose
Commanding throughout. When he keeps it simple he's a class act. His shot at goal in the second half just lacked power!

McGregor
The guy is just everything you want in a centre half. Does he ever lose a high ball? He certainly never loses a 30:70 ball....

Hanlon
At fault for their goal when he should have booted it wherever? That aside a usual efficient Paul Hanlon performance.

Stevenson
He took an early sore one but the guy is a machine. Thought he played very well. Sometimes his final ball let's him down but he's won both the Scottish League Cup AND Scottish Cup with us. X's2 Legend!

Slivka
I think he's still adjusting to our game. I thought he did ok in the first half but needs to impose himself more.

McGeouch
Not at his best I thought. But maybe that's because his standards are so high? He's such an intelligent player he does simple things that perhaps he doesn't get credit for. Please please stay Dylan!

McGinn
Back to his best. The only thing about McGinn that upset me tonight was the poor half hearted rendition of "We've got McGinn....". Sing up!

Barker
I love this kid. I think he's got loads of ability. He can go past players at will. If he increases his desire and finds a better final ball what an asset he will be. Great finish and give us more please.

Boyle
I thought he was quiet tonight. I feel at times he's brushed off the ball too easy. Given no protection by a useless referee.

Kamberi
Man of the match. Lovely touches. Intelligent feet and tremendous goal. Well done son. Keep it up and we will love you.

Subs

Bartley
As always he does his job effectively.

Rherras
Maybe nervous in his debut but I felt he never looked to take the positive option?

Porteous
He just looks the real deal. Such composure. I hope we soon see more of him.

He's been frustrating at times. He's a confidence player. Let's hope he really kicks on now.
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Wed, 31 Jan 2018 18:16:39 GMTIs it open tonight? (In fact is it open period?)Is it open tonight? (In fact is it open period?)
]]>General Hibs Chatwhiskashttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124605-Behind-the-GoalsHibs midfieldhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124603-Hibs-midfield&goto=newpost
Wed, 31 Jan 2018 17:52:18 GMTMcGeough,McGinn,Allan,Boyle and Barker :smug:McGeough,McGinn,Allan,Boyle and Barker :smug:
]]>General Hibs ChatPILTONSTANYhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124603-Hibs-midfieldFontainehttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124600-Fontaine&goto=newpost
Wed, 31 Jan 2018 16:20:29 GMTAway to Ross County. All the best big fella, Scottish Cup winner.Away to Ross County. All the best big fella, Scottish Cup winner.
]]>General Hibs Chatsouthfieldhibbyhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124600-FontaineBBC Alba tonighthttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124598-BBC-Alba-tonight&goto=newpost
Wed, 31 Jan 2018 12:15:42 GMTHibs game is on Alba at 10Hibs game is on Alba at 10
]]>General Hibs ChatPILTONSTANYhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124598-BBC-Alba-tonightOffer King Dom A Contract?http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124597-Offer-King-Dom-A-Contract&goto=newpost
Wed, 31 Jan 2018 11:51:40 GMTMalonga said he'd be open to a return to Easter Road in the future. Personal circumstances at the time had a bearing on his exit. If he ever returned to Scotland he's admitted he'd want to come back to Hibs. Personally I would love to see him back, even if only short-term. The guy is a hero for the important goals he scored at crucial points in games. I think Lenny could motivate him more than Stubbs.

Doo doo doo Dominique Malonga!
]]>General Hibs ChatMSG_07http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124597-Offer-King-Dom-A-ContractHibernian v Murderwellhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124592-Hibernian-v-Murderwell&goto=newpost
Tue, 30 Jan 2018 22:44:10 GMTNae thread on the night before a game, so just fresh in fi London and reading the weeping and wailing as or Tony gets his jotters, I thought some comments on the morn's nights game are worthwhile.

I would look to go with a similar team shape as Saturday, but with a couple of personnel tweaks, bringing in Swanson, McLaren and Murray.

Rest an out of form Boyler, bring Brenda Barker and young Olly on as impact subs?

Thoughts?
]]>General Hibs Chat1875http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124592-Hibernian-v-MurderwellTHAT team...http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124591-THAT-team&goto=newpost
Tue, 30 Jan 2018 21:07:16 GMTI knew that it would be sad to see the 21st May squad start to break up. Keats going hit me in a way I didn't expect, the Fyvie shennanigans was disappointing. I've been steadying myself for the potential and inevitable loss of Super, some time in the near future.

Despite the frustration and annoyance at alleged unprofessionalism this season, despite possible alleged serious misconduct...it's gutting to see Stokes 3rd and final turn at Hibs end like this. It really is.

If Katie dare surface this week to tell the Daily Ranger how he told us so or how he can support JC ahead of Saturday's game...
]]>General Hibs ChatSKIIhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124591-THAT-teamMartin Boylehttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124587-Martin-Boyle&goto=newpost
Tue, 30 Jan 2018 10:48:40 GMTIs eying up an international call up from Australia. :shock:
Apparently his grandad was born in Sydney.
Good on him, could find himself at a world cup if all goes well.Is eying up an international call up from Australia. :shock:
Apparently his grandad was born in Sydney.

Good on him, could find himself at a world cup if all goes well.
]]>General Hibs ChatHammihttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124587-Martin-BoyleDo Hibs Invest In The Stock Markethttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124585-Do-Hibs-Invest-In-The-Stock-Market&goto=newpost
Mon, 29 Jan 2018 23:25:29 GMTLiterally knowing nothing about football and how clubs invest I thought I'd ask if anyone knows if Hibs invest in the stock market?

Here's my thought.

If each time Hibs sold a player, let's say 10% of that sale went into an account that was money to invest in the stock market, in the long run this would have large scale benefits. If after time Hibs had an account with a million quid in it and an average rate of return on that of 8% each year then Hibs would have 80,000 quid to kick around for essentially free. As this account builds then so does the free money to play with. It's a long term strategy but do Hibs do anything like this?
]]>General Hibs ChatBVilleggiantehttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124585-Do-Hibs-Invest-In-The-Stock-MarketDerby at ERhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124583-Derby-at-ER&goto=newpost
Mon, 29 Jan 2018 16:10:10 GMTFriday night. Magic.Friday night. Magic.
]]>General Hibs Chatsouthfieldhibbyhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124583-Derby-at-ERLast few days of the January transfer windowhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124577-Last-few-days-of-the-January-transfer-window&goto=newpost
Sun, 28 Jan 2018 12:51:32 GMTI've stated enough times on here my dislike for the January transfer window. It's overhyped beyond belief and it gives fans unrealistic hope and expectations of major changes and potential quality players arriving which is unlikely given we are half way through the season and clubs won't sell their better players unless they are offered big money which we do not have at Hibs. The time for any major investment in players for clubs like ours is the summer when there is money available from season ticket receipts, player sales, and commercial income. I agree totally with Neil Lennon on the January window...it's torture, and it must be a nightmare for managers. I'll be glad when it's over to be honest.

Nevertheless we have three days left of the window, and of course a vital league match on Wednesday night, the last day of the transfer window. It's fair to say that January has not been the most productive of months for Hibs. An early bitterly disappointing Scottish cup exit to our lovely city neighbours, a three week break which has cost us our captain to serious injury, our marquee signing of the summer to serious indiscipline, and reports through a couple of Lennon's friends in the game that our manager may be targeted for the Scotland job unsettling everybody.. We have brought in cover at goalkeeper, full-back and up front, but IMO these players will only be playing when we have injuries or suspensions. Rherras and McLaren have not played competitive matches for many months and will be short of match fitness. Bain will only play when Rocky is suspended, injured, or called up for his country.

The biggest problem we have is the loss of Stokes...and IMO he will be gone by Wednesday night. We also may lose John McGinn but I really hope we can hold on to him till the summer, and we can persuade Dylan McGeough to sign a new contract. The EEN reported yesterday that we had made Dylan another improved offer to stay. We have done all we can to keep him, it's up to him now. Fontaine looks out of the picture and I get the impression Danny Swanson is another whom Lennon would like to move out. It's clear we need to get players out to get players in so I would suggest Stokes, Swanson, Fontaine and Matelavicous could be on the move before Wednesday night. That would then need us to bring in two strikers and a creative midfielder. We certainly need a strong front man to lead the line and hold the ball up as well as provide a threat in the air. I'm not convinced this young Swiss striker is the answer, but it might just be all we can manage to get in given this stage of the season. Stokes was signed in the summer at great effort and expense to be our Jason Cummings in the top flight. With him now clearly out the door soon we now have no reliable goalscorer...we need to find one soon or we will not finish above Hearts in fourth place. A creative midfielder with an eye for goal is also required. We don't get anything like enough goals from midfield despite having some excellent players in that area of the team.

So a lot to do in three days. I doubt we will be able to do everything we need to do, that will have to be in the summer. I just hope we can make the necessary changes to enable us to finish fourth where we are just now. That would represent an excellent first season back in the top league after three lost years pissing about in the Championship.

Thoughts ?
]]>General Hibs ChatGreenmachinehttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124577-Last-few-days-of-the-January-transfer-windowJust Back from the Library of Entitlementhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124576-Just-Back-from-the-Library-of-Entitlement&goto=newpost
Sat, 27 Jan 2018 21:23:05 GMT"60,000 boring $#@!s" rang the cries from the animated and rightly proud Hibs fans today. And they were right. Celtc may well be "the Champions" as their diddly dee tannoy announcer kept advising us. They are probably "the finest team in the country " as he also self-proclaimed. But their supporters have become lazy, entitled and dully predictably patronising. With quarter of an hour to go they began streaming from their seats. Confident, perhaps, that despite Hibs putting on a fair bit of pressure and the game finely balanced at 1-0, their team would prevail. Possibly they didn't want to get wet. Make of that what you will. Maybe they wanted to get home for their tea. Whatever the reason, it's poor form.

By contrast, Hibs fans can be rightly proud of their efforts. Once again at the Buckie Dome they showed everyone how it's done. It's just a pity that we didn't get a result to match. Or that the team deserved.

I understand that there has been some disquiet tonight in the Library ranks over the reaction of Leigh Griffiths to scoring his (winning) goal. They're really not chuffed that he appeared to almost apologise in front of us, refusing to do more than make minimum acknowledgement of the goal. They don't deserve him. I wish we could afford him.

Therein lies the on going story of our season. We need an out and out forward. A natural goal scorer who is a bit further on in their careers than Shaw. Who can control a ball first time better than Murray. Who can lead by example unlike Stokes. It is hurting us week in, week out. It cost us again today.

We lined up along similar lines to Wednesday with Shaw replacing Murray. Dylan and Boyle both survived injury scares to play. The diamond in the middle saw Barker at the top, Dylan at the base, SJM left, Slivka right. We began the game brightly and Barker looked in the mood to cause bother.

The game was played in expansive manner with Forrest the Man Child and Tierney the Child Child both whipping balls across our goal with nobody thankfully on the end. Barker came close after Boyle chipped him in but Plug from the Bash Street Kids denied him an opener.

The Guy With The Dodgy Hair was looking to pressure Efe and did at times get in behind him but he was foiled time and again by the immaculate Slateford Sauzee. Hanlon was looking imperious for us but it was from a not quite perfect headed clearance from him that Griffiths would net the only goal of the match. Darren tried desperately to clear on the line but only succeeded in helping the ball high into the net.

Rocky made a couple of outstanding and logic defying saves, in particular one from Griffiths. Scott Bain is not getting the gloves on any time soon in this form.

We went in at half time 1-0 down.

The second half saw Hibs dominate possession and create a number of chances without converting. McGinn and Barker came close as Hibs wound up in an attempt to get the equaliser their play merited. Wave after wave came with both Efe and Lewis causing bother out wide and Dylan patrolling the waters of midfield. Some of the challenges from Scott Brown went unpunished as Bobby Maddening let the Celtc No8 do what he wanted. Hibs brought on Swanson, McLaren and Murray in an attempt to get the breakthrough but it just wouldn't come.

The Players
Rocky - two saves of David Blaine proportions. Excellent again
Lewis - nothing got through him, he caused lots of bother for them
Darren- solid
Paul- Scotland call up NOW
Efe - early on Sinclair got a bit too much ball but as the game progressed Efe got better and better
SJM- worked his socks off
Dylan- the ball stuck like glue, iron fist in a velvet glove
Slivka- got better as the game progressed
Oli- not much change out of giant centre halves
Boyle - still carrying a knock I think
Barker- lively and Brown used every trick in the book to counter him

Murray - control lets him down
McLaren- too late to do much
Swanson- another decent cameo

MotM- Hanlon was excellent, Lewis and Efe impressive. Rocky remarkable at times. However, I'm going for Dylan McTickTock. Back to his elegant best. The ball looked attached to his foot permanently. Effortlessly.

The fans - as I said when we came in, 800 proper fans showed 60,000 boring $#@!s how it's done. In hope more than expectation, they backed the boys whilst entitlement sat on its backside to the left and to the right...

Next up Motherwell on Wednesday. Get along and back the boys.
]]>General Hibs ChatSKIIhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124576-Just-Back-from-the-Library-of-EntitlementJust Backhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124574-Just-Back&goto=newpost
Sat, 27 Jan 2018 19:49:40 GMTIs on its way...had to go home via Linlithgow to drop my laddie off at a 21st:coffee:Is on its way...had to go home via Linlithgow to drop my laddie off at a 21st:coffee:
]]>General Hibs ChatSKIIhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124574-Just-BackWas driving behind a Kevin Thomson Academy carhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124573-Was-driving-behind-a-Kevin-Thomson-Academy-car&goto=newpost
Sat, 27 Jan 2018 13:33:49 GMTAnd you will never guess what car it was... very predictable
A Ford....... RangerAnd you will never guess what car it was... very predictable

A Ford....... Ranger
]]>General Hibs ChatNWhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124573-Was-driving-behind-a-Kevin-Thomson-Academy-carStokes Away - Confirmedhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124594-Stokes-Away-Confirmed&goto=newpost
Sat, 27 Jan 2018 13:32:46 GMTWhat is the replacement plan?What is the replacement plan?
]]>General Hibs ChatNWhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124594-Stokes-Away-ConfirmedParkinghttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124571-Parking&goto=newpost
Sat, 27 Jan 2018 11:04:09 GMTAny info on the best place to park today ?Any info on the best place to park today ?
]]>General Hibs Chatwestsidehibshttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124571-ParkingAn interview with LD taken from the Timeshttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124570-An-interview-with-LD-taken-from-the-Times&goto=newpost
Sat, 27 Jan 2018 08:44:02 GMTI meet Leeann Dempster on a busy day at Hampden Park. She is dressed soberly and looks purposeful as she explores a day-long football forum. She seems impressive: assiduous, determined, clear-thinking, and not without a sense of fun. She is also the quiet revolutionary of Hibernian, having transformed the Easter Road club as its chief executive.
In a previous life Dempster was a Rangers season-ticket holder of 20 years standing. She can still humorously quote her Copland Road seat number. She also held down executive positions in the wider media industry before entering football as the CEO of Motherwell. As a woman with power in football, Dempster is a prominent figure, but also tends to shy away from publicity.
“About 95 per cent of the time I absolutely love my job,” she says. “But there are always times when you reflect and think, ‘I’ve not had the best day.’ You have to have a...I meet Leeann Dempster on a busy day at Hampden Park. She is dressed soberly and looks purposeful as she explores a day-long football forum. She seems impressive: assiduous, determined, clear-thinking, and not without a sense of fun. She is also the quiet revolutionary of Hibernian, having transformed the Easter Road club as its chief executive.

In a previous life Dempster was a Rangers season-ticket holder of 20 years standing. She can still humorously quote her Copland Road seat number. She also held down executive positions in the wider media industry before entering football as the CEO of Motherwell. As a woman with power in football, Dempster is a prominent figure, but also tends to shy away from publicity.

“About 95 per cent of the time I absolutely love my job,” she says. “But there are always times when you reflect and think, ‘I’ve not had the best day.’ You have to have a particular kind of personality and drive to work in football. It looks glamorous but it is a six or seven day a week thing, it takes a bit of commitment. Also, on social media there is a visibility out there that you have to cope with, and keep your focus, and just get on with it.”

Hibs look very different under Dempster. For one thing, over the four years that she has been there the club has moved to being roughly 30 per cent fan-owned, where once Sir Tom Farmer owned Hibs almost entirely. Dempster acknowledges Farmer’s generosity in releasing shares to supporters, with the money going back into the club. It was also on Dempster’s watch that Hibs boldly purchased John McGinn in 2015, a player they will soon sell for £3 million-plus.

“Getting back into the top league has allowed us to really start rebuilding the club,” she says. “We are not yet in a position where we can say we are super cash resilient, but we are in a position where we can make our own decisions. And the financial success of Hibs is still very much based upon the support that the fans give us.

“We are always spinning plates. When we bought John McGinn it was unheard of for a club to be relegated but then move into the transfer market, but that is what we did. We’ve paid transfer fees for a few other players as well, such as Ofir Marciano and Vykintas Slivka.

“People use this phrase ‘live within your means’ and to a greater extent that is what we must do. We will do it responsibly and, hopefully, the supporters will see this club prosper. We will get to a position where I think we will be able to say that we are significantly cash-resilient.”

Dempster is ambitious for Hibs. She says she doesn’t just want the club to be a top-six team this season, but is also now holding out hope of getting a European spot via a high Ladbrokes Premiership finish. On her watch Alan Stubbs has been hired, a Scottish Cup has been won, and then Neil Lennon came along.

It surprised some, thinking them to be very different animals, but Dempster and Lennon get on well. “I think Neil is revelling in it,” she says. “I think he has found his club, at this moment in time, at this point in his life. And I think we’ve absolutely found our manager as well.

“He has brought raw passion and emotion. When Alan [Stubbs] left and I heard that Neil might be interested I immediately thought: ‘this is the bit that is missing from this club’. As a coach he had everything else we needed but he also had that bit that we were missing.”

Lennon breezed through the doors of Easter Road in June 2015 and, in his opening press conference, slapped down his new club about being all style and no substance.

“I agreed with him about ‘boy band’,” Dempster says. “I think he was right about that. And he has brought the absolute opposite of it to Hibs: grit and determination and a total sense of disappointment when we don’t win.

“We get on well. He is an entirely likeable person. We’re not ‘mates’ as such but we are great colleagues. We have a great professional relationship. What I like about him, and what he likes about me, is that we tell each other the truth. We don’t sugar-coat things.

“Neil also understands our structure. We free him to be the first-team coach but he supports and understands our recruitment people and our medical people. He understands the skills-set of the people around him, and it allows him to be what he is, which is a very good football coach.

“Sometimes you just find a moment in time. This is it with Neil. He found us and we have found him and we are in a great period together. I think there are bits about him which he saw in guys like Martin O’Neill and Gordon Strachan. He has been in those dressing-rooms and seen it.”

Dempster appears to be good at building relationships. She gets on well, she says, with Ann Budge, the Hearts owner, despite the fierce rivalry of the clubs. The two women met five years ago, when Dempster was still at Motherwell, and she and Budge spent a day discussing the strange marriage that is football and business. Looking back, perhaps Budge espied her own fate ahead of her, and wanted to pick Dempster’s brains.

“We get on quite well, I think,” she says. “I’ve met Ann on a number of occasions since she’s been involved at Hearts. I’d like to think our relations are good and strong. Even though there is competition on the field and through the supporters, both of us understand the value and importance in trying to build this strong footballing culture in Edinburgh.

“I think it is fair to say that, in years gone by, neither Hibs nor Hearts did as well as they might have done. But now, if both clubs are starting to prosper, and supporters are coming back to our stadiums, that can only be good for us and good for Edinburgh. There is a strong footballing culture all over Scotland and our two clubs are a major part of that.”

She is not all about diplomacy, however. When I ask Dempster about Craig Levein’s comments last weekend about “restoring the natural order” following Hearts’ Scottish Cup win over Hibs, she isn’t angry so much as derisory. “Och, Craig was playing to the gallery,” she scoffs. “If Hearts beating Hibs once in ten games is restoring some sort of order, well, that’s fine. Hearts hadn’t actually beaten us since August 2014. I think I get the natural order bit.”

Dempster doesn’t once use the word “brand” in our conversation but I get the impression she is aware of its meaning. She wants the best for Hibs and Scottish football but believes it has some way to go yet. “We need to strive to make sure — all of us — that the league is as competitive as it can be. Celtic went on that 69-game unbeaten run, and it was great credit to Brendan Rodgers and his players. But I don’t think, if you are looking in on Scottish football, it plays well for us.

“What it shows is that we are in a league that is dominated by just one team. So we need to grow that competition back again. I’m not being anti any club in saying this, I just think it’s needed in Scotland. It’s a blunt fact.”

There will be opportunities ahead, too, for Hibs, she believes, in an imminently changing landscape. And she wants to be ready for it.

“There are big decisions coming our way over the next few years. Things in Europe will change. For example, there could be more opportunity in the Europa League. As a club — and as a country — we need to be ready for these opportunities when they present themselves.

“The Europa League could expand, offering more participation. If so, that is a game-changer for us. The financial door could be thrown open and, if it happens, I want Hibs to be ready. We must be there to take advantage of it.”
]]>General Hibs ChatNWhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124570-An-interview-with-LD-taken-from-the-TimesLenny pre match press conferencehttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124569-Lenny-pre-match-press-conference&goto=newpost
Fri, 26 Jan 2018 18:29:03 GMTHibernian FC on Twitter: (https://twitter.com/HibsOfficial/status/956954749764485120)Hibernian FC on Twitter:
]]>General Hibs ChatPILTONSTANYhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124569-Lenny-pre-match-press-conferenceBand of wounded soldiers head to Celtchttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124568-Band-of-wounded-soldiers-head-to-Celtc&goto=newpost
Fri, 26 Jan 2018 18:09:31 GMTBartley out.
Whittaker, Gray and Stokes out.
Boyle achilles injury and late fitness test
McGeouch dead leg and late fitness test
Going to be a tough ask.
Possible line up?
RockyBartley out.
Whittaker, Gray and Stokes out.
Boyle achilles injury and late fitness test
McGeouch dead leg and late fitness test

Judging by the way he responded to questions about it the other day, in a very complimentary way and without outright dismissing the subject, I've a feeling he seems interested in the position.

Being 'flattered' about such a suggestion to me often seems like code for 'happy to talk'.
]]>General Hibs ChatStuhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124567-Lennon-and-the-Scotland-jobDnipro Kids - Latest Update - Odessa Triphttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124565-Dnipro-Kids-Latest-Update-Odessa-Trip&goto=newpost
Fri, 26 Jan 2018 13:24:08 GMTApologies for the delay in posting this up .. I thought I'd done it before Christmas but it seems to have slipped my mind.

This is an update of the orphanages trip to the city of Odessa, in the South of Ukraine. The city lies on the Black Sea and is a major sea port with a rich history. There were some really exciting events for the kids, such as the catacombs used during the war and a trip to the famous Odessa Opera House. There are some great photos in the updates, and well worth taking a couple of minutes to read them.

The turnstile collection for the upcoming Aberdeen game is what helps fund these trips, and we are still looking for volunteers to help shake a bucket pre-match.

Thanks for looking :thumbgrin
]]>General Hibs ChatStevieChttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124565-Dnipro-Kids-Latest-Update-Odessa-TripHibs shareholders listhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124563-Hibs-shareholders-list&goto=newpost
Fri, 26 Jan 2018 08:04:20 GMTI got a wee row a while ago for not sharing something about the inner workings of Hibs that I thought was common knowledge.

Well here's how to get the list of our shareholders as advised by the wonderful Eric on dotnet.

Hopefully this will then show the Hibs Shareholders List as at 31 Dec17 :thumbsup:

Be aware it's 34 pages and 1 MB.
]]>General Hibs ChatJackhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124563-Hibs-shareholders-listDnipro Kids - Help Neededhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124560-Dnipro-Kids-Help-Needed&goto=newpost
Thu, 25 Jan 2018 17:45:50 GMTVolunteers Needed For Turnstile Collection
We have been granted permission to carry out a turnstile collection at the Hibernian v Aberdeen match on Saturday the 17th of February, but we are in desperate need of volunteers to shake a bucket for a short time before the game.
The turnstile collection will be helping to fund an Easter Trip for the orphanages to the Carpathian mountians in Western Ukraine, so we need to have as many bucket shakers as possible.
Please let me know if you can help out, or get in touch directly with collection organiser Jackie Stark at jackie@dniprokids.com
Many thanks.Volunteers Needed For Turnstile Collection

We have been granted permission to carry out a turnstile collection at the Hibernian v Aberdeen match on Saturday the 17th of February, but we are in desperate need of volunteers to shake a bucket for a short time before the game.

The turnstile collection will be helping to fund an Easter Trip for the orphanages to the Carpathian mountians in Western Ukraine, so we need to have as many bucket shakers as possible.

Please let me know if you can help out, or get in touch directly with collection organiser Jackie Stark at jackie@dniprokids.com

Many thanks.
]]>General Hibs ChatStevieChttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124560-Dnipro-Kids-Help-NeededHun away ticketshttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124558-Hun-away-tickets&goto=newpost
Thu, 25 Jan 2018 12:12:02 GMTAre you all remembering to purchase tickets for the Hun game? We got our 5 without much hassle, even managed to get a concession seat for my youngest son this time.Are you all remembering to purchase tickets for the Hun game? We got our 5 without much hassle, even managed to get a concession seat for my youngest son this time.
]]>General Hibs Chat1875http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124558-Hun-away-ticketsJust Back and that was a vital and deserved 3 points...http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124554-Just-Back-and-that-was-a-vital-and-deserved-3-points&goto=newpost
Thu, 25 Jan 2018 00:03:00 GMTDreich, dour, dark Dundee. $#@! Donnelly used to be dismissive of the Hibees on many an occasion in the dim and distant past. Even he couldn't have denied that we were worthy winners tonight on a dreich, dark Wednesday night in January. The scoreline doesn't reflect the dominance in possession of the Hibees. But, as so often this season, it did reflect our wastefulness in front of goal. Boyle (again), Barker (again and again) and Murray (again and again and again) contrived to Miss a spectrum of sitters. In one passage of play in the second half, after great work by Swanson, both Boyle and Murray managed to Miss gilt edged open goal opportunities in the same move...

There was no sign of Stokes or Bartman tonight. One still missing in action, the other missing after being assaulted by a Dundonian export, Soapy Souter. Crivvens, jings and help ma boab. The defence was unchanged from Sunday, McGinn, McGeouch and Slivka joined Boyle Barker and Murray.

There was more football played in the opening 10 minutes of the game than was mustered all 90 minutes on Sunday. Dundee like to move the ball quickly, are fleet of foot and play a pressing game. They also know how to mix it, with Mr Ankle Tag at the front of the queue (No longer under police curfew) followed closely by Mr $#@! Shorts Too Short, Hendry.

In the first half, Boyle was possibly our most threatening player. Barker anonymous. In the second half, they switched roles. Boyle disappeared and Barker came to the fore. If only either or both could find the back of the net with even a third of their chances. Barker, for all his good play in the second half, was guilty of missing two golden chances to put the game out of reach at 1-0. The second of the two was particularly painful. One on one through on the keeper, he wanted all the time of a ten year old at the Half Time Challenge instead of a player paid by Manchester city. He took the ball in so far, he allowed the keeper the chance to save...but Leith Lynx would've saved too...

The one goal of the game came early in the second half from Super John McGinn. Murray seemed to cause all manner of bother in the box, tight into the home defenders and he was involved in setting up McGinn to score from inside the area. The celebration from our Super No 7 made the hairs stand up on our necks. Full blown warrior mode, fist pumping, guttural roar. By Sauzee it mattered to him. And it mattered to us.

With the Sheep losing again this win means we are 5pts off 2nd place. Not bad natural order...

The players (before I hit the pillow after a long day)

Rocky - another top performance. He definitely made sure of the points with 2 top class saves
Lewis - much better especially a great 2nd half
Hanlon - the Balerno Baresi (ok hes from Currie but it's close)
McGregor - back to his old self
Efe- a few Efe moments but better than Sunday
Slivka- better going forward than chasing back
Dylan - looked to be injured again at the end
SJM - grabbed the game and the 3 points by the short and curlies
Boyle - good first half, poorer second, missed sitters again
Barker - good second half, poorer first, missed sitters again
Murray - the full Murray display of frustration and then hope

Swanson - excellent cameo at the end. Exciting to see.
McLaren - not enough time to tell
Oli- two great shots in the last 5 mins

MotM - between the Balerno Baresi and Super for me.

Hibs fans - more travelled than youd imagine after Sunday. Amazing turnout. Wednesday night in January before pay day. They got their just rewards.
]]>General Hibs ChatSKIIhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124554-Just-Back-and-that-was-a-vital-and-deserved-3-pointsTracey and Frankhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124549-Tracey-and-Frank&goto=newpost
Wed, 24 Jan 2018 11:34:29 GMTTracey and Frank are inviting issues and feedback prior to a board meeting....
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The Hibernian Board of Directors meet monthly, and as part of each meeting supporter representatives Frank Dougan and Tracey Smith raise any significant issues or feedback from supporters to the rest of the board.
Ahead of the upcoming board meeting supporters are, as always, invited to raise anything with Frank or Tracey through the below email addresses.
FDougan@hibernianfc.co.ukTracey and Frank are inviting issues and feedback prior to a board meeting....

Quote:

The Hibernian Board of Directors meet monthly, and as part of each meeting supporter representatives Frank Dougan and Tracey Smith raise any significant issues or feedback from supporters to the rest of the board.

Ahead of the upcoming board meeting supporters are, as always, invited to raise anything with Frank or Tracey through the below email addresses.

]]>General Hibs Chathibadelichttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124549-Tracey-and-FrankAnyone going to Dundee that can pop into the ticket officehttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124548-Anyone-going-to-Dundee-that-can-pop-into-the-ticket-office&goto=newpost
Wed, 24 Jan 2018 11:06:10 GMTAnyone going to Dundee that can pop into the ticket office before they head up. I have a wee favour to ask around ticket collection?
Please?Anyone going to Dundee that can pop into the ticket office before they head up. I have a wee favour to ask around ticket collection?

Please?
]]>General Hibs Chat1875http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124548-Anyone-going-to-Dundee-that-can-pop-into-the-ticket-officeAidan Smith article - decent read.http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124547-Aidan-Smith-article-decent-read&goto=newpost
Wed, 24 Jan 2018 10:51:17 GMTCraig Levein couldn’t stop cracking jokes. He made a joke about the winning goal and its similarities to the one Hibernian didn’t get in the previous derby, saying he’d almost hoped Hearts had got away with a strike which hadn’t actually crossed the line. “That would have been brilliant!” he sniggered. Then when asked about his celebratory jig at the final whistle during which he hugged teenage sensation Harry Cochrane, he remarked: “Well, he’s a very good-looking boy.” But was he joking when he said the Scottish Cup victory had restored the “natural order” between the clubs, a statement which incensed Neil Lennon, below, who called it a “crock of cr*p”?
You’ve got to assume he was. Far bigger derbies than the one in Edinburgh don’t have managers flaunting a superiority complex. Have you ever heard a Celtic or Rangers boss talk about natural order? No club can stay top dogs for ever....Craig Levein couldn’t stop cracking jokes. He made a joke about the winning goal and its similarities to the one Hibernian didn’t get in the previous derby, saying he’d almost hoped Hearts had got away with a strike which hadn’t actually crossed the line. “That would have been brilliant!” he sniggered. Then when asked about his celebratory jig at the final whistle during which he hugged teenage sensation Harry Cochrane, he remarked: “Well, he’s a very good-looking boy.” But was he joking when he said the Scottish Cup victory had restored the “natural order” between the clubs, a statement which incensed Neil Lennon, below, who called it a “crock of cr*p”?
You’ve got to assume he was. Far bigger derbies than the one in Edinburgh don’t have managers flaunting a superiority complex. Have you ever heard a Celtic or Rangers boss talk about natural order? No club can stay top dogs for ever. Yours can be in the ascendancy but then the director of football can make a poor appointment and his protege can fail – dismally. It happens. And to make matters worse, your club can be beaten by the bitter rivals when the latter are one division below. Two seasons running in the cup this was Hearts’ fate while Levein sat stewing in the posh seats. These exits more or less did for Ian Cathro and Robbie Neilson before him. If Levein, back picking the team, had got it wrong on Sunday then he would have been subjected to the same almighty Gorgie grumbles. So there was relief in his remarks. And pride. “I love this football club,” he said after the match. And bullishness. As a player, he didn’t shy away from confrontation, even with those in his own team. As manager of Dundee United he impressed everyone outside of Celtic and Rangers by refusing to be cowed by the Old Firm. And doubtless there was a bit of provocation in what he said as well. In the banter that flies across Edinburgh from west to north, Hearts are the capital’s parade-ground sharp football ambassadors while Hibs are the scruffs from Leith with mucky faces and holes in their knees. “Come on the Edinburgh team,” used to be a popular Tynecastle cry. “The heart and soul of Edinburgh!” currently booms across the public-address before kick-off. That’s all this is: banter. It keeps the fans amused and irate when the only prize on offer, outwith the occasional cup success, might be finishing fourth (or first if the teams are in Championship). But Hibs supporters have nothing to feel inferior about, not if they’re able to remember when, right through the 1970s, Eddie Turnbull’s team lost just two derbies and now and again won them most handsomely, with the manager never once boasting about natural order. These supporters might have wished that the current team could have gone on to equal or better Hearts’ fantastic derby run of 22 games unbeaten. On Sunday, though, it wasn’t to be, and didn’t deserve to be. Hibs’ winter training camp in Portugal couldn’t be called an outstanding success. Not when your captain picks up a bad injury and your best-paid player breaks a curfew along with two others. So where are the Hibees right now? A cold, hard assessment of Sunday won’t be favourable to Lennon’s signings. While Ofir Marciano was solid and produced one exceptional save, the contest overwhelmed Vykintas Slivka, Efe Ambrose dithered, the relegated-to-the-bench Simon Murray couldn’t affect things when he appeared, Danny Swanson didn’t show at all and Anthony Stokes was in disgrace. The manager will hope for a much-improved performance on the return to league business tomorrow. Away from the suffocating derby atmosphere, he should let Brandon Barker run free again. Then, at the season’s end, he will probably have to let the on-loan Manchester City winger go, as Levein might have to say goodbye to his loanees Steven Naismith and Demetri Mitchell. These two, and Sunday’s win, may have saved Hearts’ campaign. They will have certainly soothed the fevered brows of the entitled section of the Jambos’ support, the Slateford supremacists who’ve nipped Levein’s ear these past few years, not liking Hibs’ derby dominance one bit. So can this awkward, thrawn, canny manager win Hearts the Scottish Cup? You never know. As St Johnstone, Inverness Caley Thistle and that bunch of reprobate docksiders have proved recently, there really isn’t a natural order.
]]>General Hibs ChatSir Shrinkhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124547-Aidan-Smith-article-decent-readLenny pre match press conferencehttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124543-Lenny-pre-match-press-conference&goto=newpost
Tue, 23 Jan 2018 18:21:17 GMTGood to hear him sticking up for our club
Hibernian FC on Twitter: (https://twitter.com/HibsOfficial/status/955867407880396800)Good to hear him sticking up for our club

Hibernian FC on Twitter:
]]>General Hibs ChatPILTONSTANYhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124543-Lenny-pre-match-press-conferenceDundeh v Hibernianhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124542-Dundeh-v-Hibernian&goto=newpost
Tue, 23 Jan 2018 14:07:34 GMTNext up, a trip across the silvery Tay to the upwardly mobile city of Dundeh, where peh's are peh's, mince is served on a roll, all from a tak awa up Stoorie Brae wi Maggie and Daphne Broon. Jings, Crivvens, Help ma boab!

Hibs were flat on Sunday, imagine losing to the hoofballers, deary, deary me. Still that was then, and Wednesday night is now a must win for us, "Neil" has his work cut out with a number of injuries, players grounded for bad behavior, and new players apparently not bedded in yet?

New approach needed? I think so, although we can only pee with the appendage we have.

To put some fight back in, I might be minded to try the following line up..........

Rocky

A back three of Efe, Daz and Paul

Marv as the 4th of the back three, sitting in front

Dylan and John in the middle

Lewis on the left

Boyler on the right

Swanson sitting in behind (although Barker could do that well too)

Then Olly or Simon up front?

If it disnae work, use our subs earlier please 'Lenny'.

Thoughts?
]]>General Hibs Chat1875http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124542-Dundeh-v-HibernianHow We Feeling 48 Hours On?http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124540-How-We-Feeling-48-Hours-On&goto=newpost
Tue, 23 Jan 2018 12:47:19 GMTI'm still completely pissed off. It's the manner of how we've went out. They are a mediocre side as we all know. And I'm pissed off that in two games we've not only failed to beat them but that we've not scored against them.

I was lying awake in the early hours thinking about how we played a raw youngster with tremendous potential up on his own against Berra and Souttar two old fashioned proper first and foremost defenders. The laddie had no chance FFS. How did that happen?

It's obvious Lennon now doesn't hugely rate Murray otherwise he'd play him. It's obvious Stokes is finished. It's hugely obvious Lennon doesn't rate Deivydas Matulevicius as he's never played him but weirdly today Lennon is quoted as saying “Deivydas has a knee injury, we missed him on Sunday, especially in those conditions. Sometimes you need a powerful one up there.”

We had no divine right to win on Sunday regardless to how mediocre they are but I can't help but think for a club and manager that's been all about a winning mentality in recent times it's just not how we approached Sunday.

Something isn't right but I can't work out exactly what....
]]>General Hibs ChatSmurfhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124540-How-We-Feeling-48-Hours-OnTickets for Mordorhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124539-Tickets-for-Mordor&goto=newpost
Mon, 22 Jan 2018 18:34:45 GMTOn sale Thursday. Wednesday for AST mugs.
Slightly better pricing than their fellow Ugly Sisters but still no student concessions and hefty price for 16/17 year olds.
£28 for adults.
The fixture list has screwed Hibs fans over in the tightest month of the year...On sale Thursday. Wednesday for AST mugs.
Slightly better pricing than their fellow Ugly Sisters but still no student concessions and hefty price for 16/17 year olds.

£28 for adults.

The fixture list has screwed Hibs fans over in the tightest month of the year...
]]>General Hibs ChatSKIIhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124539-Tickets-for-MordorTalkSPORT: hibs hearts pollhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124538-TalkSPORT-hibs-hearts-poll&goto=newpost
Mon, 22 Jan 2018 15:48:57 GMTHonestly, this poll is happening on Twitter. Must be a slow news day:
https://twitter.com/talksportdrive/status/955458752446115840Honestly, this poll is happening on Twitter. Must be a slow news day:

https://twitter.com/talksportdrive/status/955458752446115840
]]>General Hibs ChatSenior_Webbyhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124538-TalkSPORT-hibs-hearts-pollHas the team peaked and needing revampedhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124536-Has-the-team-peaked-and-needing-revamped&goto=newpost
Mon, 22 Jan 2018 13:00:52 GMTI love John McGinn and the part he played in pulling our team up, he was immense on the cup final win, I have watched it back a number of times and he was superb.
Dylan is one of the most gifted ball players I’ve seen for a number of years, he reminds me of someone who has played in the Barca / Spanish systems of keeping the ball and passing.
They will both forever be Hibs legends. Nothing will change that.
However, have we reached a point where we need a revamp? We lack penetration and goals from midfield and both these players futures is up in the air.
Would we be better (good recruitment) permitting be better using the money and wages to freshen up the team? Get goals in midfield and find a new way of playing without SJM who is pivotal ?I love John McGinn and the part he played in pulling our team up, he was immense on the cup final win, I have watched it back a number of times and he was superb.

Dylan is one of the most gifted ball players I’ve seen for a number of years, he reminds me of someone who has played in the Barca / Spanish systems of keeping the ball and passing.

They will both forever be Hibs legends. Nothing will change that.

However, have we reached a point where we need a revamp? We lack penetration and goals from midfield and both these players futures is up in the air.

Would we be better (good recruitment) permitting be better using the money and wages to freshen up the team? Get goals in midfield and find a new way of playing without SJM who is pivotal ?

Also allow it to find a new striker and get a new
Focus
]]>General Hibs ChatNWhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124536-Has-the-team-peaked-and-needing-revampedThat Liverpool songhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124535-That-Liverpool-song&goto=newpost
Mon, 22 Jan 2018 10:26:20 GMTHow about our own version?

Oh we've got Hanlon (do do do do do) oh Simon Murray (do do do do do) super John mcginn, Oli Shaw bangs the goals in.

To the tune of sugar, sugar obviously.
]]>General Hibs ChatWhitburn Hibeehttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124535-That-Liverpool-songWe need a reactionhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124533-We-need-a-reaction&goto=newpost
Sun, 21 Jan 2018 21:50:10 GMTOnce the dust settles on today, we've another tricky away game on Wednesday. There won't be the same clamour for tickets, we'll be back to the hard core travelling support and we'll still be licking our wounds. Players will either have to step up to the challenge or risk a sair yin becoming a right sair yin...with two away games to Glasgow on the horizon.

The players owe it to us and themselves to put today behind them and deliver a result. Lennon, whilst correct in his assertion that Levein is a classless $#@!, also owes it to us to get it right.

Bartley took a sair yin, literally, in the game today. Will he and others be fit for the game?

We need to be at it from the off because McCann will have them ready.

We might learn more about ourselves on Wednesday than we did today.
]]>General Hibs ChatSKIIhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124533-We-need-a-reactionJust back and that was simply not good enough….http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124532-Just-back-and-that-was-simply-not-good-enough…&goto=newpost
Sun, 21 Jan 2018 17:41:17 GMTUsual rules apply, most of you had the luxury of the telly, reruns and various angles, as I sat high up behind a goal with the 3600 or so Hibs fans in the school end, joined by a few other dotted about a less than full Estadio Puddle-drinker.
We rocked up to a cold and wintery Guntery early today, to avoid the ridiculous kettling and entry system at the piggery, even though it was an hour before kick-off, it took over 10 minutes to queue, get frisked and go through one of six turnstiles overlooking the still incomplete main stand. How in hell did it get a safety certificate?
Pre match the Hibs end was rocking in the concourse below the stand, strangely when the same guys came in to their seats the Hibs end was muted for at least the first 30 minutes, was that a strop from Since 1875 after unfair crisis from some elements of the Hibs support or was the drummers hands cold? It made...Usual rules apply, most of you had the luxury of the telly, reruns and various angles, as I sat high up behind a goal with the 3600 or so Hibs fans in the school end, joined by a few other dotted about a less than full Estadio Puddle-drinker.

We rocked up to a cold and wintery Guntery early today, to avoid the ridiculous kettling and entry system at the piggery, even though it was an hour before kick-off, it took over 10 minutes to queue, get frisked and go through one of six turnstiles overlooking the still incomplete main stand. How in hell did it get a safety certificate?

Pre match the Hibs end was rocking in the concourse below the stand, strangely when the same guys came in to their seats the Hibs end was muted for at least the first 30 minutes, was that a strop from Since 1875 after unfair crisis from some elements of the Hibs support or was the drummers hands cold? It made a real difference to a muted Hibs end? One thing it proved is without the young lads getting the fans going, the Hibs fans were very very quiet. The home fans were noisier than they have been in years, belting out the Billy Boys and Fenian Blood’ chants throughout the game with a gusto only Sevco could match. Good work there you hillbilly, backward, mini hun $#@!s.

On the fitba front, the main change was the inclusion of Slivka, Efe at right back (more of that later) and a one pronged attack in young Olly Shaw. McLaren sat on the bench as did Bain.

We set up as a 4, 1, 3, 1, 1 which given a certain frailties quickly saw McGeouch have to spend most of the game in front of Efe covering for his countless errors.
Without going through a blow by blow account of the game, I felt we played like the gunts normally do, and they looked more like us. For $#@!s sake. Any hoofball came from us. I think in signing Naismith, who frankly wisnae great today, was a masterstroke, the puddledrinkers were more up for it on and off the field, which was like the old days, and his signing gave they pricks a focus. Instead, we have aired our dirty linen in the press, Stokes has clearly been dropped/ bumped, nae sign of any of the signings on the pitch, we looked like the Hibs of Terry Butcher and Pat Fenlon. It wisnae the pitch that Lennon alluded to on the radio, it was a poor team choice, poor tactics for much of the game and poor performances from key players. My oldest son said afterwards, we came here for 10 in a row, not to win.

I am very disappointed Hibs, that was not good enough.

The Team

Ofir – Kicking was woeful, saves were stunning.

Efe was awfy, a shambles, miskicks, poor passes, blooters out, total lack of concentration, the lot. Why he stayed at right back for 80 minutes is beyond me, he was dreadful. We went to a back three and he was fine. We lost Dylan due to Efe being awfy as Dylan spent the game tidying up Efe’s awfy mess. Do not play him as a right back again Lennon, ever.

Darren McGregor, was, as ever a man mountain and won everything.

Paul Hanlon, like Darren was brilliant, he is not to blame at all.

Lewis was not at the races today, a game riddled with errors, poor passes and not up to his normal standard.

Marvin generally played well, although I will repeat he is not as hard as we portray him.

Dylan played most of the game as a covering right back as Efe was so poor. I thought Dylan done ok, but not where we needed him.

John was not super today. The gunts doubled up on him first half, got him booked and he offered little for much of the second half. If we were planning to sell him, that is another 500k off his fee from that performance.

Slivka looked lost and bullied often by a 6 stone, plooky wee laddie. Just didnae do it for me. I would have brought Barker on a half time and went at them, instead we sat tight until 75 minutes or so.

Boyle was poor, missed an absolute sitter first half, should have scored and in his only real effort of the second half, their keeper made a good save right before they scored.

Olly worked and worked and worked but with no support until the last 10 minutes, he could do very little.

Subs

Barker came on for Slivka and done well enough, his runs were decent.

Murray replaced Barts but didn’t really do much.

The other sub was not used, why not? It was a cup game, nothing to lose, everything to win. No, Lennon was hoping to nick a draw. Swanson or McLaren might have nicked it, we will never know now.

The ref was fine although Djoum committed 5 fouls in the second half yet was not booked? Why?

Hearts we better than us. I though the young left back on loan from ManUre looked very decent. Pity the big team cannae sell all their tickets in the 18,709 ‘sell out’ though.

Hibs best player for me was Darren McGregor, with only he and Paul looking the part and Dylan, Ofir, Barts and Olly getting pass marks.

Next, Dundee on Wednesday night, in for me a must win game. See you up there if you are going.

$#@! the Hearts!
]]>General Hibs Chat1875http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124532-Just-back-and-that-was-simply-not-good-enough…Recruitmenthttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124531-Recruitment&goto=newpost
Sun, 21 Jan 2018 17:33:15 GMTWhat's the score with our scouting and recruitment. It seems like most of Lennon's signings have been brought to his attention from agents and video. I know we have scouts, but it doesn't seem they are much of an influence. Your not going to find gems if agents are pimping there players to us. With cheap flights nowadays, there's no excuse for us not to have scouts in Scandinavia and other countries.
]]>General Hibs ChatSuperTortolanohttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124531-RecruitmentCan I Just Say...http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124528-Can-I-Just-Say&goto=newpost
Sat, 20 Jan 2018 23:06:25 GMT$#@! the Gunts. We own this city. I want them beat well and proper the morra.

Good weekend for it, eh @GORDONSMITH7:wink:
]]>General Hibs ChatSKIIhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124524-Hibby-burpday-Paul-HanlonSam Stantonhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124523-Sam-Stanton&goto=newpost
Fri, 19 Jan 2018 20:24:28 GMTI hear Sam Stanton has signed a deal at United till 2020 moving him off the wage bill.
Good luck Sam and thank you.I hear Sam Stanton has signed a deal at United till 2020 moving him off the wage bill.

Good luck Sam and thank you.
]]>General Hibs Chat1875http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124523-Sam-StantonMarch To Tynecastlehttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124522-March-To-Tynecastle&goto=newpost
Fri, 19 Jan 2018 19:22:18 GMTImage: https://image.ibb.co/e0ZBGw/4_F9_A102_C_4076_4_AD2_BA47_B020_F73_BFDB2.jpg (https://ibb.co/ecQJww)
]]>General Hibs ChatSince1875Hibshttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124522-March-To-TynecastleThe Gunts on Sundayhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124520-The-Gunts-on-Sunday&goto=newpost
Fri, 19 Jan 2018 10:53:05 GMTIts them again, Hoofball of Midlothian, the team from the county of Midlothian think the world has suddenly turned on its axis and they are all of a sudden a better fitba team than Hibernian. Deluded Gunts.
OK, they have improved their squad with Laugherty banned and the signing of Naismith, but they lost Jamie Walker who is on his six month trip to the Hunnery via Wigan, much like his pal Hungog and his short stay by the Trent. Who cares, it will still be all bloodied stool and snotters, hoofs and clatters from the pub team. They know it too, with seats still available for their end of the 19,000 seat Further Education College in Edinburgh West at time of writing.
I have no idea how they might line up, I dinnae ken half of their players names or where they play, as I said, whatever 11 Potter picks, it will be all bloodied stool and snotters, hoofs and clatters from the pub team....Its them again, Hoofball of Midlothian, the team from the county of Midlothian think the world has suddenly turned on its axis and they are all of a sudden a better fitba team than Hibernian. Deluded Gunts.

OK, they have improved their squad with Laugherty banned and the signing of Naismith, but they lost Jamie Walker who is on his six month trip to the Hunnery via Wigan, much like his pal Hungog and his short stay by the Trent. Who cares, it will still be all bloodied stool and snotters, hoofs and clatters from the pub team. They know it too, with seats still available for their end of the 19,000 seat Further Education College in Edinburgh West at time of writing.

I have no idea how they might line up, I dinnae ken half of their players names or where they play, as I said, whatever 11 Potter picks, it will be all bloodied stool and snotters, hoofs and clatters from the pub team.

So what about us? Well we have a couple of bad boys being talked about losing their places/ jobs. Truth be told Stokes and Swanson didnae play last time at the guntery and we did just fine without them. Boyler, well Shrinks boyfriend has been a revelation this season and we would miss him, given I understand Barker remains injured. However, he is a mug, drunk driving, then out on the lash and breaking curfew, does the daft rodent not know how lucky he is and how close he is to blowing his chance in big time fitba, him not playing is not a good thing as the puddle drinkers are poor defensively. For me, Stokes can go, he has let us down, from hero to zero, Swanson has shown nothing, six months purgatory in Perth might fix him and we can re-call if we need to? Boyler, well, $#@! sake son.

The team is a tough one, but I think we might go with…..

Rocky, as Bain is not ready yet I suspect

A back three of Efe, Daz and Paul

A five in the middle, with Barts in front of the three, Dylan and Super John weaving their magic, Lewis up and down the left and only because we need him Boyler up and down the right?

Olly and Simon make up the eleven in a two pronged attack.

$#@! the Hearts, Hibs for the Cup!

Thoughts?
]]>General Hibs Chat1875http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124520-The-Gunts-on-SundaySeason So Far/Derby Preview - Hibs Talkhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124514-Season-So-Far-Derby-Preview-Hibs-Talk&goto=newpost
Wed, 17 Jan 2018 23:09:34 GMTAfter the news we preview the Scottish Cup 4th round tie against Hearts. Then we review the season so far, looking at our
Goal of the season so far
Player of the season so far
Biggest Disappointment (player)
Favourite Game
Predictions for 2nd half of the season
Whats yours?After the news we preview the Scottish Cup 4th round tie against Hearts. Then we review the season so far, looking at our

Goal of the season so far
Player of the season so far
Biggest Disappointment (player)
Favourite Game
Predictions for 2nd half of the season

Thank Sauzee it wisnae Madden.
]]>General Hibs ChatSKIIhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124512-Ref-for-SundayCeltc Ticket Priceshttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124511-Celtc-Ticket-Prices&goto=newpost
Wed, 17 Jan 2018 19:55:10 GMTWell done Celtc, £27 a head for a restricted view ticket for a 17 year old school boy and a 19 year old full time student Hibs fan. Bringing fitba to the people eh, robbing bastards.Well done Celtc, £27 a head for a restricted view ticket for a 17 year old school boy and a 19 year old full time student Hibs fan. Bringing fitba to the people eh, robbing $#@!s.
]]>General Hibs Chat1875http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124511-Celtc-Ticket-PricesCeltic Ticketshttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124510-Celtic-Tickets&goto=newpost
Wed, 17 Jan 2018 15:23:48 GMTBeen on sale all day - still tickets left online.....Been on sale all day - still tickets left online.....
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Tue, 16 Jan 2018 18:41:28 GMTWhat Hibby's did you feel were about to explode on the scene...then simmered away to lower league teams...

I'll make a start

Graham Harvey...sure it was this guy I read about in the retard before his debut saying how he was going to do well. Sure he was pictured eating spagetti so my memory might be wrong

Alex Harris...obvious one after the semi goal and laying on a pass to beat Hearts in a derby.

Ross Caldwell...After cool'ly scoring 90th min winner against Hearts

Kurtis Byrne...after scoring a barrowload of goals for under 21-s and winning League medal, Scottish cup and East of Scotland shield in same year at development level

Let's hope Oli don't join the list

Here is a list to help you Hibernian FC Players from A-Z
]]>General Hibs ChatDavyhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124506-Didn-t-make-the-gradeMemories are made of this...http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124499-Memories-are-made-of-this&goto=newpost
Mon, 15 Jan 2018 19:52:46 GMTJust got sent this, thought I would share [emoji106]

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]]>General Hibs Chatbeefyhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124499-Memories-are-made-of-thisDisgrace by the EEN on non-story about Stokeshttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124494-Disgrace-by-the-EEN-on-non-story-about-Stokes&goto=newpost
Mon, 15 Jan 2018 14:42:28 GMTDisgrace by the EEN on non-story about StokesAbsolutely shocked at the story printed online by the EEN regarding Stokes getting a 3 point penalty. Was driving without correct license as his Irish one is not valid for here. Wow massive story.
The disgraceful part of this, they have now just given any bam in Glasgow his address and what he drives for absolutely no justified reason to put that in the report. Even a rangers fan in work has just turned round and agreed that it is a nasty piece of work to do that all things considered. I hope he or Hibs take action over this, given his off the field struggles as it is, this is the last thing he needs.Disgrace by the EEN on non-story about Stokes

Absolutely shocked at the story printed online by the EEN regarding Stokes getting a 3 point penalty. Was driving without correct license as his Irish one is not valid for here. Wow massive story.

The disgraceful part of this, they have now just given any bam in Glasgow his address and what he drives for absolutely no justified reason to put that in the report. Even a rangers fan in work has just turned round and agreed that it is a nasty piece of work to do that all things considered. I hope he or Hibs take action over this, given his off the field struggles as it is, this is the last thing he needs.

]]>General Hibs ChatEastMeetsWesthttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124494-Disgrace-by-the-EEN-on-non-story-about-StokesSafe Standing At Easter Roadhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124491-Safe-Standing-At-Easter-Road&goto=newpost
Sun, 14 Jan 2018 19:51:33 GMTI am looking to collate information from Hibs supporters on the possibility of Safe Standing being introduced at Easter Road to then take forward to the Club for initial discussion. This will no doubt be the first of a couple of surveys required to collate supporter feedback.

I would appreciate if you can take a minute of your time to complete the below survey. It's multiple choice, so quick and simple. It's also mobile/tablet friendly.

Thanks in advance - I will share results and outcome of discussions with the Club in due course.

Hibs current best player - Dylan McGeouch
Hibs current worst player - Big Dave (sorry mate, its not fair, I know)
Hibs best player in your lifetime - Frank Sauzee
Hibs worst player in your lifetime - Pa Kujabe
]]>General Hibs Chat1875http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124485-Best-and-worst-Hibs-playersSir Davidhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124483-Sir-David&goto=newpost
Sat, 13 Jan 2018 08:46:14 GMTJust found this on Twitter, doesn’t look good, hope it’s not as serious as the think and he recovers quickly.
http://www.deadlinenews.co.uk/2018/01/12/neil-lennon-fears-hibs-captain-david-gray-could-be-out-for-the-season-after-devastating-heartbreaking-injury/
With Whittaker no fully fit and Efe covering do we need to be looking at this position now?Just found this on Twitter, doesn’t look good, hope it’s not as serious as the think and he recovers quickly.

With Whittaker no fully fit and Efe covering do we need to be looking at this position now?
]]>General Hibs ChatSenior_Webbyhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124483-Sir-DavidFTBhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124482-FTB&goto=newpost
Sat, 13 Jan 2018 00:42:18 GMTas a warm up for our next game coming up

Thoughts and reminisces of bygone days

some younger fans might get a better idea of what happened back then ...
]]>General Hibs ChatGunnerhibbyhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124482-FTBhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124481-Fan-Reps-Interview-Part-2-Daily-Record-amp-Academy&goto=newpost
Fri, 12 Jan 2018 20:49:21 GMTWe return with part 2 of our interview with Frank and Tracey. We find out a bit more about their roles, why the club worked with the daily record again, the state of the academy and general issues with Hibs such as stadium conerns (Catering).
Back next week with a mid season review.
https://soundcloud.com/hibstalk/daily-record-academy-fan-rep-part-2We return with part 2 of our interview with Frank and Tracey. We find out a bit more about their roles, why the club worked with the daily record again, the state of the academy and general issues with Hibs such as stadium conerns (Catering).

Mon the Hibees!
]]>General Hibs Chatbeefyhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124479-Hibs-v-Willem-DafoeWho needs Tyncastle ticketshttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124477-Who-needs-Tyncastle-tickets&goto=newpost
Thu, 11 Jan 2018 22:55:21 GMTI have a read a few people didnae get tickets, but nae list or requests on here, can you add your request here just in case any come up please?I have a read a few people didnae get tickets, but nae list or requests on here, can you add your request here just in case any come up please?
]]>General Hibs Chat1875http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124477-Who-needs-Tyncastle-ticketsQuestion for Leeann / Frank / Traceyhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124475-Question-for-Leeann-Frank-Tracey&goto=newpost
Thu, 11 Jan 2018 13:54:13 GMTGiven that Frank clearly stated in the recent podcast that the extremely fair and workable 'Loyalty Points' system is not coming back I would like to give myself the best possible chance of obtaining tickets for away games and would like clarification on the following :

1. I have only just heard of the Edinburgh Club ST scheme being mentioned and wondered what this was? Is it possible to join the Edinburgh Club ST scheme if you are born, bred and live in Glasgow and rarely miss any game home, away or abroad?

2. I have a ST for the West Lower section but wondered if I was to buy a further ST for the top rhs of the FF Stand would this then ensure that a ticket would be guaranteed for any away game I wanted to attend?
This would mean that Hibs get double my money each year and I could save time trying to access an online ticketing system that is unfit for purpose. I can obviously only sit in one seat at a time so would this 'spare' ST transferable? If not I trust that I could buy a childs ST and just upgrade as required depending on the game?

3. Given that the 'singing section' are now guaranteed tickets for away fixtures that they want to attend (if I'm reading this correctly) I'd like to find out why this is possible without buying an away season ticket as this is surely introducing a tier (similar to the old LP system) that Leeann was keen to remove and continually states that she does not like?

Sorry if these questions sound absurd but they are only really a follow on from the recent confirmation that some bus / buses were guaranteed tickets (until recently?) and the revelation that the 'singing section' ARE now guaranteed tickets for away fixtures.

I'm not having a go at anyone here but know that I am not alone in being just a bit confused with the system in place for buying tickets for games.
]]>General Hibs Chatfieryjackhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124475-Question-for-Leeann-Frank-TraceyLooking Ahead To Our Next Game V That Lot....http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124472-Looking-Ahead-To-Our-Next-Game-V-That-Lot&goto=newpost
Wed, 10 Jan 2018 16:31:58 GMTI really didn't see anything in our last visit on the 27th December to give cause for concern. I couldn't believe just how bad that lot were. Since then they'll have lost two of their better (debatable on one) players in Walker and Lafferty. I thought they'd have had brought in some quality by now in the window and I will be surprised if they don't. I'm still of the opinion they'll try for Cummings on loan this window. Don't know why just that they need to do something to get their support onside... The pressure on them to not lose this tie is huge. Let's face it their season will be over. And I'm confident their season will be over....

For me it's all about what we do (And of course the bloody officials). I left Tynecastle annoyed two weeks ago as we let them off the hook. I want to beat that lot so badly every time and we are a far far superior side to them. I think if we turn up and perform there's nothing they can do. Had we got the goal that Oil Shaw scored we were absolutely winning that game. They had nothing. I'm confident that we would have gone on to score more.

I hope we go there next Sunday with a score to settle. The injustice of being denied by refereeing incompetence. That fud Levein celebrating their 0-0 draws and it's place in history. It's been too long since we beat that lot on their patch.

Does anyone know if filling in the corners at ER has been costed and how much roughly it would cost to fill in one? Also, if it was filled in, how much extra seating would it provide? I was just mulling over the economics of the thing given that we've been close to capacity for much of the season and, if the trend continues, it will get harder and harder to see the big games.

The next question is which corner would you fill first? I'd go for the one between the East and the FF and maybe make the acoustics perfect for the singing section too.
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]]>General Hibs ChatBofahibeehttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124471-CornersGunts Away - Concession Tickets onlinehttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124470-Gunts-Away-Concession-Tickets-online&goto=newpost
Wed, 10 Jan 2018 13:44:25 GMTDid anyone manage to purchase a concession ticket of any sort online for the upcoming derby? The system simply would not let me, however it did allow for two adult tickets to be bought at the same time?Did anyone manage to purchase a concession ticket of any sort online for the upcoming derby? The system simply would not let me, however it did allow for two adult tickets to be bought at the same time?
]]>General Hibs Chat1875http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124470-Gunts-Away-Concession-Tickets-onlinehttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124466-Fan-Rep-Interview-Rangers-Statement-amp-Loyalty-Points&goto=newpost
Tue, 09 Jan 2018 19:16:44 GMTOur Interview with Hibs Official fan reps Tracey Smith and Frank Dougan is here! In Part 1 of 2 we discuss The Rangers Statement, Loyalty Points, and what the role involves. iTunes link to follow
https://soundcloud.com/hibstalk/fanreps1
A massive thank you to everyone on the bounce for their questions. All were written done and we covered as many of the topics as we could in 2 and a half hours.Our Interview with Hibs Official fan reps Tracey Smith and Frank Dougan is here! In Part 1 of 2 we discuss The Rangers Statement, Loyalty Points, and what the role involves. iTunes link to follow

https://soundcloud.com/hibstalk/fanreps1

A massive thank you to everyone on the bounce for their questions. All were written done and we covered as many of the topics as we could in 2 and a half hours.
]]>General Hibs ChatGav1990http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124466-Fan-Rep-Interview-Rangers-Statement-amp-Loyalty-Pointscould hibs or the puddleDrinkers ever loan a player to each otherhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124465-could-hibs-or-the-puddleDrinkers-ever-loan-a-player-to-each-other&goto=newpost
Tue, 09 Jan 2018 14:27:28 GMTCould hibs or the puddleDrinkers ever loan a player to each other?

A young keeper or striker from one team that doesn't get a game but would be a decent short term fix for the other?

maybe a frozen out player who people know is a supporter of the other?

Would we have excepted swanson being loaned to us when he wasnt getting a game at the PBS?

could we have sent them laidlaw last season when their keeper was utter gash?
]]>General Hibs ChatKennyhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124465-could-hibs-or-the-puddleDrinkers-ever-loan-a-player-to-each-otherNext 3 away games...http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124462-Next-3-away-games&goto=newpost
Mon, 08 Jan 2018 19:20:05 GMTGird yer loins and batten down the bank accounts...
Derby tickets on sale this week.
Dundee tickets on sale next Tuesday.
Celtc tickets on sale next Wednesday.
Orcs tickets on sale not long after that, no doubt.Gird yer loins and batten down the bank accounts...

Derby tickets on sale this week.

Dundee tickets on sale next Tuesday.
Celtc tickets on sale next Wednesday.

MACLAREN SIGNS FOR HIBERNIAN
]]>General Hibs ChatGunnerhibbyhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124460-J-mon-Loan-Deal-ConfirmedHibs articlehttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124458-Hibs-article&goto=newpost
Mon, 08 Jan 2018 12:31:29 GMTHow Hibs became the first British club to play in the European Cup | Football | The Guardian (https://www.theguardian.com/football/2018/jan/08/hibernian-british-team-european-cup-hibs)How Hibs became the first British club to play in the European Cup | Football | The Guardian
]]>General Hibs ChatPILTONSTANYhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124458-Hibs-articleHibs Talk - Cummings, Henderson, Bain and Maclarenhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124456-Hibs-Talk-Cummings-Henderson-Bain-and-Maclaren&goto=newpost
Sun, 07 Jan 2018 22:17:47 GMTOur 1st Transfer Update of this January window. We discuss done deals, rumoured deals, and deals elsewhere around the country.
iTunes link to follow
https://soundcloud.com/hibstalk/transfer1Our 1st Transfer Update of this January window. We discuss done deals, rumoured deals, and deals elsewhere around the country.
iTunes link to follow

https://soundcloud.com/hibstalk/transfer1
]]>General Hibs ChatGav1990http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124456-Hibs-Talk-Cummings-Henderson-Bain-and-MaclarenWillem II gamehttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124451-Willem-II-game&goto=newpost
Sat, 06 Jan 2018 23:32:30 GMTIs anyone off to Portugal in the coming week and taking in the friendly?
If so, fancy doing a Just Back?Is anyone off to Portugal in the coming week and taking in the friendly?

If so, fancy doing a Just Back?
]]>General Hibs ChatSKIIhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124451-Willem-II-gameFan Reps Interview - Hibs Talk Podcasthttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124450-Fan-Reps-Interview-Hibs-Talk-Podcast&goto=newpost
Sat, 06 Jan 2018 20:30:01 GMTThe Hibs Talk Podcast is excited to announce we are interviewing Tracey Smith and Frank Dougan on Monday night. Have you got any questions for our Hibs fan reps?The Hibs Talk Podcast is excited to announce we are interviewing Tracey Smith and Frank Dougan on Monday night. Have you got any questions for our Hibs fan reps?
]]>General Hibs ChatGav1990http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124450-Fan-Reps-Interview-Hibs-Talk-PodcastTicket Info for the Gunts away....http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124448-Ticket-Info-for-the-Gunts-away&goto=newpost
Sat, 06 Jan 2018 10:49:19 GMTProbably the biggest changes are no sales from the ticket office and 4 not 10 tickets per Season Ticket Holder.
Tickets for the Edinburgh Derby at Tynecastle Park in the William Hill Scottish Cup Fourth Round will go on sale on Wednesday 10 January at 12pm to Season Ticket Holders, online and via the call centre only.
There will be no sales from the Hibernian Ticket Office for the fixture away to Heart of Midlothian, which takes place on Sunday 21 January with a 2:05pm kick-off.
Sales are restricted to one per Season Ticket Holder, with a maximum of four tickets per transaction.
Supporters who have opted in to the Away Season Ticket Scheme will have money deducted on Tuesday 9 January 2018. Tickets will be located in the Upper Section and will be available for collection from Monday 15 January.Probably the biggest changes are no sales from the ticket office and 4 not 10 tickets per Season Ticket Holder.

Tickets for the Edinburgh Derby at Tynecastle Park in the William Hill Scottish Cup Fourth Round will go on sale on Wednesday 10 January at 12pm to Season Ticket Holders, online and via the call centre only.

There will be no sales from the Hibernian Ticket Office for the fixture away to Heart of Midlothian, which takes place on Sunday 21 January with a 2:05pm kick-off.

Sales are restricted to one per Season Ticket Holder, with a maximum of four tickets per transaction.

Supporters who have opted in to the Away Season Ticket Scheme will have money deducted on Tuesday 9 January 2018. Tickets will be located in the Upper Section and will be available for collection from Monday 15 January.

Please note a booking fee of £1.50 per ticket by telephone only, applicable to adults and concessions will be charged. There are no booking fees for booking online.

Disabled supporters:

20 Wheelchair & carer tickets are available – £17 with the Carer FOC

There are a very limited number of Ambulant and Carer Tickets. These will be allocated on a first come, first serve basis. These are charged at the match price with a Carer FOC where applicable.

Please contact the Disabled Supporters’ Helpline directly on 0131 656 7066, visit the Ticket Office in person or e-mail disabledtickets@hibernianfc.co.uk to be put on the list by 5pm on Monday 8 January 2018

Hibernian FC on Twitter:
]]>General Hibs ChatPILTONSTANYhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124447-Oli-Shaw-new-dealGive us a Break, eh?http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124445-Give-us-a-Break-eh&goto=newpost
Fri, 05 Jan 2018 10:30:14 GMTWe are currently in the first week of a 3 week period of 'nae fitbaw'. Now some of us might welcome the opporchancity to "dae the gairden, paint the hall, visit the out-laws" over the next couple of weeks, and some of us will probably be "up the wa'" at the thought of not getting our regular 'fix'. Which ever category you fall into, the question still arises, "is there any fu'ckin' need?

then we take a 3 week break and come straight back to a Scottish Cup tie, followed by 4 SPFL games, all in the space of 13 days. Not even considered that the Gunts game could go to a replay, it would only mean one of the SPFL games being moved to accommodate the replay.

Can someone explain to me why the f'uck did we have a break? :dunno:
]]>General Hibs ChatGunnerhibbyhttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124445-Give-us-a-Break-ehAway Tickets - Fan Rep/s Contenthttp://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124442-Away-Tickets-Fan-Rep-s-Content&goto=newpost
Wed, 03 Jan 2018 20:19:05 GMTAny word on when Tiny tickets will go on sale with there being little over 2 weeks until the game? Online and Phone only this time?
Have the club discussed how many Roseburn tickets we will get bearing in mind the 600 held back initially last time and eventual shortfall due to a TV shed and a blocked off section behind the goals at the front. We should be seeking the maximum number possible obviously.

I'd raised the point previously about Hibs requesting an increase in the allocation for Ibrox taking into account that the horrible huns get 20% at ours and we get 2% at theirs. Has this been discussed as yet?
]]>General Hibs ChatEA2007http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124442-Away-Tickets-Fan-Rep-s-ContentWhat do we need to improve in this window......?http://www.hibeesbounce.com/showthread.php?124437-What-do-we-need-to-improve-in-this-window&goto=newpost
Mon, 01 Jan 2018 13:42:52 GMTParking all the speculation that will come up in "someone in the know" forum, what do you think we need in the window?

For me the signing of Scott Bain is a good one, Rocky needs real competition, he will get it from Scott.

We have ongoing issues at right back, a loan deal may suffice there, unless Sir David and Whitts gets themselves properly fit over the break.

We are strong in the middle of the defence wth Efe, Paul and Daz superb most of the time, backed up with the promising Porteous, and I think Lewis has been first class this season.

We have a good defensive midfield in Barts, Dylan and SJM (who I do not think will leave in this window), Slivka may shine if given game time, and Danny is back now but I do think we still might need a midfielder who can score goals, take a decent corner and play incisive passes through to the strikers.

Boyler has been a revelation, he has improved dramically as Shrink so often said he would, Martin just needs to practice his shooting now. Barker is getting better, happy for him to stay with us.

However, Stokes has been a major disappointment, his moments of brilliance are just that, but he looks lazy and disinterested far too much of the time.

Olly looks really, really promising and Simon has proven he can score goals. As everyone one has correctly said, we need a target man, a good old fashioned number 9, not like Grant Holt as people keep saying, he was a huddie who rarely scored last season, nice guy who put himself about a bit and got Hibs though. I would like to see someone in the mould of Mixu, Brewster or Chris Killen ideally?

We also have young Fraser Murray who looks a player waiting in the wings.

Summary, keeper is now sorted.

Right back even on loan to cover the perenially injured Gray and Whittaker.